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Hamlet: An UPDATED EDITION from the Folger Shakespeare LibraryHamlet is Shakespeare's most popular, and most puzzling, play. It follows the form of a 'revenge tragedy,' in which the hero, Hamlet, seeks vengeance against his father's murderer, his uncle Claudius, now the king of Denmark. Much of its fascination, however, lies in its uncertainties.Among them: What is the GhostHamlet's father demanding justice, a tempting demon, an angelic messenger? Does Hamlet go mad, or merely pretend to? Once he is sure that Claudius is a murderer, why does he not act? Was his mother, Gertrude, unfaithful to her husband or complicit in his murder?The authoritative edition of Hamlet from The Folger Shakespeare Library, the trusted and widely used Shakespeare series for students and general readers, includes:Freshly edited text based on the best early printed version of the playNewly revised explanatory notes conveniently placed on pages facing the text of the playScenebyscene plot summariesA key to the play's famous lines and phrasesAn introduction to reading Shakespeare's languageAn essay by a leading Shakespeare scholar providing a modern perspective on the playFresh images from the Folger Shakespeare Library's vast holdings of rare booksAn uptodate annotated guide to further readingEssay by Michael NeillEnjoy this updated Folger edition of Hamlet in either the handy pocketsized mass market paperback (ISBN 9780743477123), elegant trade paperback featuring finer paper and wider margins (ISBN 9781451669411), or Kindle edition (ASIN B00IWTWDA6).
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- Q: What is the main theme of Hamlet? A: The main theme of Hamlet is revenge, as it revolves around Prince Hamlet's quest to avenge his father's murder by his uncle Claudius. The play also explores themes of madness, mortality, and the complexity of action.
- Q: What edition of Hamlet is this book? A: This is the updated edition of Hamlet from the Folger Shakespeare Library, which is known for its authoritative and student-friendly texts.
- Q: What features does this edition include? A: This edition includes freshly edited text, revised explanatory notes, scene-by-scene plot summaries, a guide to famous lines, an introduction to reading Shakespeare, an essay by a leading scholar, and images from rare books.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this edition is suitable for beginners as it includes explanatory notes and an introduction to help readers understand Shakespeare's language and themes.
- Q: How many pages does this edition have? A: This edition of Hamlet contains 342 pages.
- Q: What types of binding options are available? A: The book is available in a pocket-sized mass market paperback, an elegant trade paperback, and a Kindle edition.
- Q: Who is the author of Hamlet? A: The author of Hamlet is William Shakespeare, one of the most renowned playwrights in history.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of Hamlet was published on July 1, 1992.
- Q: What is the item condition of this book? A: The item condition of this book is new.
- Q: Can I find additional resources for further reading in this edition? A: Yes, this edition includes an up-to-date annotated guide to further reading, providing resources for those interested in exploring the play and its themes in greater depth.