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Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare is a poignant tragedy that unfolds in Verona, Italy, where two young lovers from feuding families, the Montagues and the Capulets, defy societal norms and family expectations. Their passionate romance is hindered by ongoing hostilities and misunderstandings, ultimately leading to a sequence of dramatic events that highlight themes of love, fate, and the consequences of enmity.
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You might enjoy this timeless classic if you're captivated by tales of passionate love, intense drama, and the tragic consequences of feuding families. Set in the romantic backdrop of Verona, the story unfolds with poetic dialogue and explores themes of youthful romance, fate, and destiny. Perfect for those who appreciate elegant language and profound storytelling in the realm of arts and culture.

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Romeo and Juliet

The city of Verona, torn apart by the violent feud between the families of Montague and Capulet, is a powder keg waiting to explode; the Prince of Verona, seeking to restore order, has declared any breach of the peace punishable by death. But for Montague Romeo, and his lover, the Capulet Juliet, the enmity of their families is immaterial.

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Part of the authoritative and acclaimed Penguin Shakespeare series, now rejacketed in the celebrated Penguin Classics livery.

A young man and woman meet by chance and fall instantly in love. But their families are bitter enemies, and in order to be together, the two lovers must be prepared to risk everything.

Set in a city torn apart by feuds and gang warfare, Romeo and Juliet is a dazzling combination of passion and hatred, bawdy comedy and high tragedy.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141396477

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 April 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Adrian Poole
  • Revised by Adrian Poole

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 238g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

William Shakespeare was born some time in late April 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon and died in 1616. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. Stanley Wells is Emeritus Professor of the University of Birmingham and Honorary President of the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. Adrian Poole is Reader in English and Comparative Literature and a Fellow of Trinity College, Cambridge.

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