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King John & Henry VIII

By William Shakespeare
Edited by Jonathan Bate and Eric Rasmussen

By William Shakespeare
Edited by Jonathan Bate and Eric Rasmussen

By William Shakespeare
Edited by Jonathan Bate and Eric Rasmussen

By William Shakespeare
Edited by Jonathan Bate and Eric Rasmussen

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    About King John & Henry VIII

    “Mad world, mad kings, mad composition!”
    —King John
     
    In one volume, eminent Shakespearean scholars Jonathan Bate and Eric Rasmussen provide fresh new editions of two classic histories: Henry VIII and King John.
     
    THIS VOLUME ALSO INCLUDES MORE THAN A HUNDRED PAGES OF EXCLUSIVE FEATURES:
     
    • original Introductions to Henry VIII and King John
    • incisive scene-by-scene synopses and analyses with vital facts about the works
    • commentary on past and current productions based on interviews with leading directors, actors, and designers
    • photographs of key RSC productions
    • an overview of Shakespeare’s theatrical career and chronology of his plays
     
    Ideal for students, theater professionals, and general readers, these modern and accessible editions from the Royal Shakespeare Company set a new standard in Shakespearean literature for the twenty-first century.

    About King John & Henry VIII

    “Mad world, mad kings, mad composition!”
    —King John
     
    In one volume, eminent Shakespearean scholars Jonathan Bate and Eric Rasmussen provide fresh new editions of two classic histories: Henry VIII and King John.
     
    THIS VOLUME ALSO INCLUDES MORE THAN A HUNDRED PAGES OF EXCLUSIVE FEATURES:
     
    • original Introductions to Henry VIII and King John
    • incisive scene-by-scene synopses and analyses with vital facts about the works
    • commentary on past and current productions based on interviews with leading directors, actors, and designers
    • photographs of key RSC productions
    • an overview of Shakespeare’s theatrical career and chronology of his plays
     
    Ideal for students, theater professionals, and general readers, these modern and accessible editions from the Royal Shakespeare Company set a new standard in Shakespearean literature for the twenty-first century.

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    The Two Gentlemen of Verona
    Henry VI, Part 1
    Henry VIII
    Coriolanus
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    About William Shakespeare

    William Shakespeare (1564–1616) was a poet, playwright, and actor who is widely regarded as one of the most influential writers in the history of the English language. Often referred to as the Bard of Avon, Shakespeare’s vast body of work includes comedic, tragic, and historical plays; poems;… More about William Shakespeare

    About William Shakespeare

    William Shakespeare (1564–1616) was a poet, playwright, and actor who is widely regarded as one of the most influential writers in the history of the English language. Often referred to as the Bard of Avon, Shakespeare’s vast body of work includes comedic, tragic, and historical plays; poems;… More about William Shakespeare

    Product Details

    Category: Performing Arts | Nonfiction Classics

    Paperback | $12.00
    Published by Modern Library
    Apr 10, 2012 | 416 Pages | 5-3/16 x 8 | ISBN 9780812969399

    Category: Performing Arts | Nonfiction Classics

    Ebook | $2.99
    Published by Modern Library
    Apr 10, 2012 | 416 Pages | ISBN 9781588368867

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    Praise

    “A remarkable edition, one that makes Shakespeare’s extraordinary accomplishment more vivid than ever.”—James Shapiro, professor, Columbia University, bestselling author of A Year in the Life of Shakespeare: 1599
     
    “A feast of literary and historical information.”—The Wall Street Journal

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