Much Ado about Nothing by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Title Much Ado about Nothing
Note There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #1519
Summary "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare is a comedic play likely written in the late 16th century. The story intertwines the lives of several characters, including the witty Beatrice and Benedick, who engage in a "merry war" of words, alongside the romantic pursuits of Claudio and Hero, as they navigate love, misunderstandings, and deception against a backdrop of friendship and rivalry. The opening of the play introduces the setting of Messina, where Leonato, the governor, awaits the arrival of Don Pedro and his entourage after a victorious campaign. The dialogue quickly establishes the dynamic between Beatrice and Benedick, hinting at their mutual disdain which masks deeper feelings. Claudio expresses his affection for Hero, Leonato's daughter, while the groundwork for future complications in love and fidelity is cleverly laid. The characters' conversations reveal both light-hearted banter and serious undertones, hinting at the conflicts that will arise as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Comedies
Subject Rejection (Psychology) -- Drama
Subject Conspiracies -- Drama
Subject Courtship -- Drama
Subject Messina (Italy) -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 1783
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 22, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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