Hamlet (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)

Hamlet (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket) - Hardcover

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Hamlet (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
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Hamlet (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket) - Hardcover

Hamlet (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket) - Hardcover

by William Shakespeare
$57.58
$57.58

Book Overview

Hamlet is a tragedy that follows Prince Hamlet of Denmark as he grapples with the sudden death of his father, King Hamlet, and the swift remarriage of his mother, Queen Gertrude, to his uncle, Claudius, who has assumed the throne. The ghost of King Hamlet appears to Prince Hamlet, revealing that he was murdered by Claudius and urging his son to seek revenge. To uncover the truth and contemplate his course of action, Hamlet feigns madness, leading to a series of events that explore themes of treachery, revenge, and moral corruption.

William Shakespeare's plays are a cornerstone of global culture, blending timeless human themes like love, ambition, and identity with masterful storytelling and linguistic brilliance. His works revolutionized theater, introduced phrases and words still used today, and bridged the gap between popular entertainment and profound artistry. By capturing the spirit of his era while remaining universally relevant, Shakespeare's plays continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences worldwide.

This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.

ISBN9781778786822
Author William Shakespeare
PublisherRoyal Classics
GenreArts and Drama
FormatHardcover
PublishedDecember 2024
LanguageENG- English
Pages144
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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William Shakespeare was born in April 1564 in the town of Stratford-upon-Avon, on England's Avon River. When he was eighteen, he married Anne Hathaway. The couple had three children--an older daughter Susanna and twins, Judith and Hamnet. Hamnet, Shakespeare's only son, died in childhood. The bulk of Shakespeare's working life was spent in the theater world of London, where he established himself professionally by the early 1590s. He enjoyed success not only as a playwright and poet, but also as an actor and shareholder in an acting company. Although some think that sometime between 1610 and 1613 Shakespeare retired from the theater and returned home to Stratford, where he died in 1616, others believe that he may have continued to work in London until close to his death.

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