Project Gutenberg
2000-07-01
Public domain in the USA.
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Shakespeare, William
1564
1616
Shakspeare, William
Shakspere, William
Shakespeare's First Folio
Includes 35 plays.
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_Folio
"Shakespeare's First Folio" by William Shakespeare is a collection of his plays and published work from the early 17th century. It includes renowned literary pieces that span comedy, tragedy, and history, showcasing the depth of Shakespeare's storytelling and poetic genius. The collection aims to preserve Shakespeare's legacy, preserving his original text as accurately as possible despite the printing challenges of that era, such as letter shortages and typographical errors. The opening of "Shakespeare's First Folio" presents an introduction from the Project Gutenberg team, outlining the various printing challenges faced during the creation of the Folio and the significance of the work. It discusses the eccentric spellings and typographical errors found in the text, which reflect the practices and limitations of 17th-century printing. The text begins with a few lines from "Hamlet" and includes dedications and poetic tributes to Shakespeare, highlighting the cultural and literary impact he had during and after his lifetime. As the collection progresses, it lists the numerous plays included within, establishing a framework for this monumental body of work, which includes iconic titles such as "The Tempest," "Romeo and Juliet," and "Macbeth." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 87.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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