Shakespeare, William
Pericles (Folger Shakespeare Library)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781982170172
- author:
- Shakespeare, William
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 21.3 x 14 x 2 centimetres (0.35
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Drama, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Pericles tells the story of a prince who risks everything to win a princess, only to discover she is in an incestuous relationship with her father. He flees to safety and marries another princess, but she dies giving birth to their daughter. The play follows his daughter's journey as she pulls him out of despair and brings about a happy ending.
This authoritative edition features freshly edited text, explanatory notes, scene-by-scene plot summaries, and an introduction to reading Shakespeare's language. It also includes an essay by a leading scholar providing a modern perspective on the play, as well as rare images from the Folger Shakespeare Library's vast holdings of Shakespeare's printed works.
With its unique blend of drama and tragedy, Pericles is a thought-provoking exploration of love, family, and redemption. This edition provides a comprehensive guide to understanding this complex and fascinating play.
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