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Hamlet

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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Part of Modern Library Classics

Part of Modern Library Classics

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Aug 12, 2008 | ISBN 9780812969092

Ebook $2.99

Aug 12, 2008 | ISBN 9781588368263

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    About Hamlet

    A continuation of the major series of individual Shakespeare plays from the world renowned Royal Shakespeare Company, edited by two brilliant, younger generation Shakespearean scholars Jonathan Bate and Eric RasmussenIncorporating definitive text and cutting-edge notes from William Shakespeare: Complete Works-the first authoritative, modernized edition of Shakespeare’s First Folio in more than 300 years-this remarkable series of individual plays combines Jonathan Bate’s insightful critical analysis with Eric Rasmussen’s textual expertise.

    About Hamlet

    One of the greatest plays of all time, the compelling tragedy of the tormented young prince of Denmark continues to capture the imaginations of modern audiences worldwide. Confronted with evidence that his uncle murdered his father, and with his mother’s infidelity, Hamlet must find a means of reconciling his longing for oblivion with his duty as avenger. The ghost, Hamlet’s feigned madness, Ophelia’s death and burial, the play within a play, the “closet scene” in which Hamlet accuses his mother of complicity in murder, and breathtaking swordplay are just some of the elements that make Hamlet an enduring masterpiece of the theater.

    Each Edition Includes:
    • Comprehensive explanatory notes
    • Vivid introductions and the most up-to-date scholarship
    • Clear, modernized spelling and punctuation, enabling contemporary readers to understand the Elizabethan English
    • Completely updated, detailed bibliographies and performance histories
    • An interpretive essay on film adaptations of the play, along with an extensive filmography

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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: Classic Nonfiction | Performing Arts

    Paperback | $10.00
    Published by Modern Library
    Aug 12, 2008 | 272 Pages | 5-3/16 x 8 | ISBN 9780812969092

    Category: Classic Nonfiction | Performing Arts

    Ebook | $2.99
    Published by Modern Library
    Aug 12, 2008 | 272 Pages | ISBN 9781588368263

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