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The authoritative edition of Much Ado About Nothing from The Folger Shakespeare Library, the trusted and widely used Shakespeare series for students and general readers.One of Shakespeares most frequently performed comedies, Much Ado About Nothing includes two quite different stories of romantic love. Hero and Claudio fall in love almost at first sight, but an outsider, Don John, strikes out at their happiness. Beatrice and Benedick are kept apart by pride and mutual antagonism until others decide to play Cupid.The Folger Library is the nations best, most navigable and most respected resource for Shakespeare scholarship and teaching. The authoritative edition of Much Ado About Nothing features the sidebyside format favored by both students and teachers, as well as guides to the plays most famous lines and Shakespearean phrases and language.This edition includes:The exact text of the printed book for easy crossreferenceHundreds of hypertext links for instant navigationFreshly edited text based on the best early printed version of the playFull explanatory notes conveniently linked to the text of the playScenebyscene plot summariesA key to the plays famous lines and phrasesAn introduction to reading Shakespeares languageAn essay by a leading Shakespeare scholar providing a modern perspective on the playFresh images from the Folger Shakespeare Librarys vast holdings of rare booksAn annotated guide to further readingEssay by Gail Kern PasterThe Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC, is home to the worlds largest collection of Shakespeares printed works, and a magnet for Shakespeare scholars from around the globe. In addition to exhibitions open to the public throughout the year, the Folger offers a full calendar of performances and programs. For more information, visit Folger.edu.
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- Q: What is the main theme of Much Ado About Nothing? A: The main theme of Much Ado About Nothing revolves around love, deception, and the complexities of romantic relationships. It contrasts the impulsive romance of Hero and Claudio with the witty, more profound relationship between Beatrice and Benedick.
- Q: Who is the author of Much Ado About Nothing? A: Much Ado About Nothing is written by William Shakespeare, one of the most renowned playwrights in English literature.
- Q: What is unique about the Folger Shakespeare Library edition of this play? A: The Folger Shakespeare Library edition offers a side-by-side format with explanatory notes and language guides, making it accessible for students and those new to Shakespeare's works.
- Q: How many pages are in this edition of Much Ado About Nothing? A: This edition contains 246 pages.
- Q: When was this edition of Much Ado About Nothing published? A: This edition was published on January 1, 2004.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in mass market binding.
- Q: Are there any additional resources included in this edition? A: Yes, this edition includes scene-by-scene plot summaries, an annotated guide for further reading, and rare archival images from the Folger Shakespeare Library.
- Q: Is Much Ado About Nothing suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the explanatory notes and modern introduction make it suitable for beginners as well as seasoned readers.
- Q: Can I find critical essays in this edition? A: Yes, this edition features a new essay by Gail Kern Paster that offers a contemporary perspective on the play.
- Q: What type of content can I expect in the notes and guides? A: The notes and guides include hundreds of hyperlinked references for fast navigation, explanations of Shakespeare's language, and insights into his most famous lines and phrases.