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The Tempest (Folger Shakespeare Library) by William Shakespeare

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A book that has been read and does not look new, but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the book cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. Some identifying marks on the inside cover, but this is minimal. Very little wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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Binding
Paperback
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0 lbs
Product Group
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ISBN
9780743482837

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Simon & Schuster
ISBN-10
0743482832
ISBN-13
9780743482837
eBay Product ID (ePID)
128664003

Product Key Features

Book Title
Tempest
Number of Pages
272 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Shakespeare, General, European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh
Publication Year
2004
Genre
Literary Criticism, Drama
Author
William Shakespeare
Book Series
Folger Shakespeare Library
Format
Mass Market

Dimensions

Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
5.3 Oz
Item Length
6.8 in
Item Width
4.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
23
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Decimal
822.3/3
Synopsis
Each edition includes:• Freshly edited text based on the best early printed version of the play• Full explanatory notes conveniently placed on pages facing the text of the play• Scene-by-scene plot summaries• A key to famous lines and phrases• An introduction to reading Shakespeare's language• An essay by an outstanding scholar providing a modern perspective on the play• Illustrations from the Folger Shakespeare Library's vast holdings of rare booksEssay by Barbara A. MowatThe Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, D.C., is home to the world's largest collection of Shakespeare's 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 www.folger.edu ., The authoritative edition of The Tempest from The Folger Shakespeare Library, the trusted and widely used Shakespeare series for both students and general readers. Putting romance onstage, The Tempest gives us a magician, Prospero, a former duke of Milan who was displaced by his treacherous brother, Antonio. Prospero is exiled on an island, where his only companions are his daughter, Miranda, the spirit Ariel, and the monster Caliban. When his enemies are among those caught in a storm near the island, Prospero turns his power upon them through Ariel and other spirits. The characters exceed the roles of villains and heroes. Prospero seems heroic, yet he enslaves Caliban and has an appetite for revenge. Caliban seems to be a monster for attacking Miranda, but appears heroic in resisting Prospero, evoking the period of colonialism during which the play was written. Miranda's engagement to Ferdinand, the Prince of Naples and a member of the shipwrecked party, helps resolve the drama. This edition includes: -Freshly edited text based on the best early printed version of the play -Full explanatory notes conveniently placed on pages facing the text of the play -Scene-by-scene plot summaries -A key to the play's famous lines and phrases -An introduction to reading Shakespeare's language -An essay by a leading Shakespeare scholar providing a modern perspective on the play -Fresh images from the Folger Shakespeare Library's vast holdings of rare books -An annotated guide to further reading Essay by Barbara A. Mowat The Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC, is home to the world's largest collection of Shakespeare's 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., The Folger Library offers the definitive, updated edition of Shakespeare's work, with newly edited text, explanatory notes, scene summaries, and more.

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    • The Tempest

      I have been a lover of Shakespeare most of my life. This play had been one that I never got around to. With a title like" The Tempest " I expected something riveting, not so. Characters were boring and story dragged even for a short play. I wasn't impressed and can't imagine they made a movie of it,which I haven't seen. All I can say is BORING! But one good point, for beginners this copy has page to page glossaries.

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    • Wonderful Book

      This book is one of my favorite plays written by Shakespeare. Has some of my favorite quotes and is a remarkable read. Would recommend to anyone.

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