William Shakespeare, Theobald

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Double Falsehood or the Distressed Lovers

A Play (1728)

Beschreibung

Double Falsehood or The Distressed Lovers is a play that was first published in 1728, and is attributed to William Shakespeare and John Fletcher. The play is believed to be a revised version of a lost play by Shakespeare and Fletcher called Cardenio. The plot of the play revolves around two lovers, Julio and Leonora, who are separated by the machinations of Leonora's father, Roderick. Julio is falsely accused of a crime and banished, while Leonora is forced to marry the villainous Henriquez. Julio returns in disguise and attempts to win back Leonora's love and expose Roderick's treachery. The play is a classic tale of love, betrayal, and redemption, and features many of the themes and motifs that are common in Shakespeare's works. Despite some controversy over its authorship, Double Falsehood remains a fascinating and entertaining play that is well worth reading.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

William Shakespeare, often hailed as the greatest writer in the English language, was born in April 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. He was the third of eight children born to John Shakespeare, a glove maker and local official, and Mary Arden, of notable heritage. Shakespeare likely attended the local grammar school, where he developed a strong foundation in Latin and classical literature. At 18, he married Anne Hathaway, with whom he had three children. By the early 1590s, he had moved to London, becoming an actor, playwright, and a key member of the Lord Chamberlain's Men.Shakespeare's enduring fame is built on a remarkable body of work comprising 39 plays, 154 sonnets, and narrative poems. His plays, categorized into tragedies, comedies, and histories, showcase his mastery of language and deep understanding of human nature. Iconic tragedies like Hamlet, Macbeth, and King Lear explore themes of ambition, betrayal, and morality. Comedies such as A Midsummer Night's Dream and Twelfth Night offer humor and insights into love and identity, while histories like Henry V and Richard III reflect on power and leadership. Around 1613, Shakespeare retired to Stratford, where he lived until his death on April 23, 1616, traditionally thought to be his birthday. His works have been translated into every major language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright. Shakespeare's profound influence on literature, language, and culture endures, cementing his legacy as one of history's most significant writers. His works continue to inspire, educate, and entertain audiences worldwide.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 80
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. März 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 131g
• ISBN-13: 9781104118914
• ISBN-10: 1104118912
• Artikelnr.: 26451196