Explore Shakespeare’s Winters Tale as it appeared in the First Folio, with spelling modernised for today’s reader.
This edition presents The Winters Tale in a form faithful to the First Folio, but with spelling updated for clarity. It also includes a thoughtful introduction and a set of relative lists to help navigate the play’s structure and cast. Enhanced by scholarly notes, readers gain context on printing history and authorial practice, without losing the drama’s original voice.
Discover how period conventions shaped the text, learn about the play’s place in Shakespeare’s output, and explore the editorial decisions behind this edition. The result is a readable, faithful rendering that supports study, performance, and enjoyment alike.
Ideal for students, teachers, actors, and readers who want a clear, scholarly presentation of this Shakespearean comedy.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book dives into the fascinating world of Shakespeareââ â¢s use of capital letters for emphasis in his plays. The author meticulously examines the First Folio edition of one particular comedy, noting its unusual abundance of these capitalized words compared to the other comedies. This focus on capitalization leads to a broader exploration of Shakespeareââ â¢s relationship with his editors and the meticulous process involved in publishing the First Folio. The author delves into the lives of Shakespeareââ â¢s friends and fellow actors, John Heminge and Henry Condell, who took on the responsibility of collecting and publishing Shakespeareââ â¢s works after his death. The book weaves together textual analysis, biographical details, and historical context, shedding light on how Shakespeareââ â¢s plays were created, produced, and preserved for future generations. The author meticulously examines the printing process and the various sources of materials used to compile the First Folio, unveiling the intricate web of relationships and creative processes that led to the publication of Shakespeare's works. Ultimately, the book offers a unique perspective on Shakespeare's artistry, providing a deeper understanding of the author's intent and the careful craftsmanship behind his words. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332767014_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332767014
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332767014
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)