Dark and violent, Macbeth is also the most theatrically spectacular of Shakespeare's tragedies. Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is illustrated throughout by Sir John Gilbert, and includes an introduction by Dr Robert Mighall. Promised a golden future as ruler of Scotland by three sinister witches, Macbeth murders the king to ensure his ambitions are realized. But he soon learns the meaning of terror - killing once, he must kill again and again, and the dead return to haunt him. A story of war and witchcraft, Macbeth also explores the relationship between husband and wife, and the risks they are prepared to take to achieve their desires.

Macbeth

William Shakespeare's "King Lear" stands as a towering masterpiece, a tragic tale of power, betrayal, and the human condition. This timeless play delves into the complexities of familial relationships and the consequences of unchecked ambition. At its core, "King Lear" tells the story of an aging monarch who, in a moment of misguided judgment, divides his kingdom among his three daughters based on their flattery. The consequences of this rash decision spiral into chaos, exposing the treachery and cruelty lurking beneath the surface of the court. The character of Lear himself undergoes a profound transformation, evolving from a proud and authoritarian ruler into a broken and humbled figure. His descent into madness is a poignant exploration of the fragility of sanity and the corrosive effects of unchecked power. Shakespeare weaves a rich tapestry of characters, each grappling with their own desires and flaws. The play's exploration of filial ingratitude, loyalty, and the nature of love remains strikingly relevant to contemporary audiences."King Lear" is a visceral experience, featuring intense emotional highs and lows. It navigates themes of justice and injustice, fate, and the capriciousness of life. The storm scene, in which Lear rages against the elements, is one of the most iconic and powerful moments in all of literature. This tragedy's enduring appeal lies in its profound insights into the human psyche and society's capacity for cruelty and redemption. "King Lear" continues to captivate audiences and scholars alike, reminding us of the enduring relevance of Shakespeare's exploration of human nature and the consequences of power. ABOUT THE AUTHORWilliam Shakespeare, the immortal bard of Avon, was a masterful playwright and poet whose brilliance continues to captivate the world. Born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, his life remains shrouded in mystery, yet his literary legacy shines brightly. Shakespeare's unparalleled talent crafted timeless works such as "Romeo and Juliet", "Hamlet", and "Macbeth", exploring the depths of human emotion and the complexities of the human psyche. His words, like a symphony of language, have left an indelible mark on literature, theater, and culture, transcending time and space. Today, his eloquence and storytelling prowess continue to enchant audiences, making him an everlasting icon of artistic excellence.

King Lear

Comprend 21 illustrations - 48 notes de bas de page - Environ 156 pages au format Ebook. Sommaire interactif avec hyperliens.

Deux couples d'amoureux transis, une dispute entre le roi et la reine des fées, une potion magique qui s'en mêle et une troupe de comédiens amateurs qui préparent une pièce pour le mariage d'un prince, tous vont s'entrecroiser dans cette forêt étrange, un peu magique, le temps d'une nuit d'été ensorcelante qui ressemble à un rêve.

Voilà une pièce où l' omniprésence du rêve et de l' imaginaire permet à Shakespeare de jouer sur nombre de thèmes érotiques parfois peu acceptables pour son époque comme pour la notre.

L'autre dogme Elizabethain que Shakespeare secoue est celui de la domination masculine : Hermia s'oppose à la décision de son père concernant son mariage, tandis que Titania - sous l'effet d' un charme magique, il est vrai - trompe Obéron, le roi des fées, avec le vaurien Bottom. Toutes deux s' en sortiront sans dommage et Hermia obtient gain de cause.

Ces divers éléments suggèrent que l' étrange forêt où se déroule ce conte est un monde « à l' envers » dont la règle - tout comme au Carnaval - est d' enfreindre les règles, un lieu d' épreuves initiatiques qui permet aux protagonistes de se dépasser et de surmonter les obstacles qui s' opposaient à leurs unions.

Le songe d'une nuit d'été

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 Hugely ambitious in its historical focus and vast geographical scope, Antony and Cleopatra is one of Shakespeare's most astonishing tragedies. The drama centres on the relationships between his main protagonists, Octavius Ceasar, Mark Antony and Cleopatra, and the highly charged affair between Mark Antony and the Egyptian queen that forms the backdrop to the pervading theme of struggle between East and West throughout the play.

 The internal battle of personal emotion and duty that Antony experiences, and the dynamics of power and sexuality portrayed by Cleopatra, give the play its dramatic tension. Rich and complex in its language and poetic in tone, Shakespeare shows how the politics of Rome ultimately cause disaster for a man who is torn between reason and passion.

Antony and Cleopatra

Nouvelle édition 2019 sans DRM de Othello de William Shakespeare augmentée d'annexes (Biographie).

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Anthony and cleopatra

Extrait : "KENT : Je croyais le roi plus favorable au duc d'Albany qu'au duc de Cornouailles. GLOUCESTER : C'est ce qui nous avait toujours semblé ; mais à présent, dans le partage du royaume, rien n'indique lequel des ducs il apprécie le plus, car les portions se balancent si également que le scrupule même ne saurait faire un choix entre l'une et l'autre. KENT montrant Edmond : N'est-ce pas là votre fils, milord ?"

Le Roi Lear

This   carefully crafted ebook: "The Comedy of Errors (The Unabridged Play) + The   Classic Biography: The Life of William Shakespeare" is formatted for your   eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents.
The Comedy of Errors is one of William Shakespeare's earliest plays, believed to have been written between 1592 and 1594. It tells the story of   two sets of identical twins that were accidentally separated at birth.   Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant, Dromio of Syracuse, arrive in Ephesus,   which turns out to be the home of their twin brothers, Antipholus of Ephesus   and his servant, Dromio of Ephesus. When the Syracusans encounter the friends   and families of their twins, a series of wild mishaps based on mistaken   identities lead to wrongful beatings, a near-seduction, the arrest of   Antipholus of Ephesus, and false accusations of infidelity, theft, madness,   and demonic possession.
Life of William Shakespeare is a biography of William Shakespeare by the   eminent critic Sidney Lee.  This book   was one of the first major biographies of the Bard of Avon. It was published   in 1898, based on the article contributed to the Dictionary of National   Biography.
William Shakespeare (1564  - 1616)   was an English poet and playwright, widely regarded as the greatest writer in   the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often   called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon".  His extant works, including some   collaborations, consist of about 38 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative   poems, and a few other verses, the authorship of some of which is   uncertain.
Sir Sidney Lee (1859 - 1926) was an English biographer and critic. He was a   lifelong scholar and enthusiast of Shakespeare. His article on Shakespeare in   the fifty-first volume of the Dictionary of National Biography formed the   basis of his Life of William Shakespeare. This full-length life is often   credited as the first modern biography of the poet.

Macbeth

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