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The Complete Oxford Shakespeare: Histories, Comedies, Tragedies3volume cased set,New
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Hailed in The Washington Post Book World as 'a definitive synthesis of the best editions of recent decades,' the massive onevolume Oxford Shakespeare was based on eight years of fulltime research by a team of distinguished British and American scholars. The result of the most fundamental rethinking of the text and presentation of Shakespeare's works ever undertaken, it offered many remarkable innovations features, including a new chronological order, revised stage directions, modern spelling and punctuation, and two full versions of King Learas originally written and as revised later for performance.The Complete Oxford Shakespeare divides this excellent book into three handy volumes. It contains all the innovative features of the original, including a lucid General Introduction by Stanley Wells, and brief introductions to each work. It has been organized into Histories (including the poems and sonnets), Comedies, and Tragedies, with the plays grouped in chronological order in each volume.Attractively bound, with gold stamping on front and spine, and beautifully designed, these handsome volumes will undoubtably become a treasure for lovers of Shakespeare throughout the Englishspeaking world.
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- Q: What is included in The Complete Oxford Shakespeare 3-volume cased set? A: The Complete Oxford Shakespeare includes three volumes that are organized into Histories, Comedies, and Tragedies. Each volume features a General Introduction by Stanley Wells and brief introductions to each work.
- Q: What are the dimensions and weight of the cased set? A: The dimensions of the cased set are approximately 12 inches by 9 inches by 4 inches. The weight of the complete set is around 5 pounds.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this edition is highly regarded for its scholarly accuracy and comprehensive research, making it suitable for academic study and reference.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: The Complete Oxford Shakespeare is bound in hardcover, providing durability and an attractive appearance.
- Q: When was The Complete Oxford Shakespeare published? A: This edition was published on April 28, 1988.
- Q: What makes this edition different from other Shakespeare collections? A: This edition offers a definitive synthesis of the best recent editions, featuring a new chronological order, revised stage directions, and modern spelling and punctuation.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or images in the volumes? A: This edition primarily focuses on the text of the plays and does not include illustrations or images.
- Q: What is the condition of the books in this set? A: The item condition is listed as Mint, indicating that the books are in pristine, like-new condition.
- Q: Can this set be a good gift for Shakespeare enthusiasts? A: Yes, the beautifully designed volumes with gold stamping make this set an excellent gift for lovers of Shakespeare.
- Q: How many pages are in The Complete Oxford Shakespeare? A: The Complete Oxford Shakespeare contains a total of 1470 pages across the three volumes.