Measure for Measure is among the most passionately discussed of Shakespeare’s plays. In it, a duke temporarily removes himself from governing his city-state, deputizing a member of his administration, Angelo, to enforce the laws more rigorously. Angelo chooses as his first victim Claudio, condemning him to death because he impregnated Juliet before their marriage.Claudio’s sister Isabella, who is entering a convent, pleads for her brother’s life. Angelo attempts to extort sex from her, but Isabella preserves her chastity. The duke, in disguise, eavesdrops as she tells her brother about Angelo’s behavior, then offers to ally himself with her against Angelo.

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Desperate for a son and heir, King Henry VIII risks both his realm and his immortal soul when he divorces Katherine of Aragon in favour of Anne "Bullen." The last of Shakespeare's histories, Henry VIII remains famous for more than just its subject matter-a mishap during the performance of the play resulted in the original Globe theatre burning to the ground. Known as "The Bard of Avon, " William Shakespeare is arguably the greatest English-language writer known. Enormously popular during his life, Shakespeare's works continue to resonate more than three centuries after his death, as has his influence on theatre and literature. Shakespeare's innovative use of character, language, and experimentation with romance as tragedy served as a foundation for later playwrights and dramatists, and some of his most famous lines of dialogue have become part of everyday speech. HarperPerennialClassics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collection to build your digital library.

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Parle plus bas, si c’est d’amour est un dictionnaire de citations tirées des pièces et des poèmes de Shakespeare. D’ «Ambition» à «Vieillesse», voici les pensées d’un des plus grands génies de la littérature mondiale sur tous les sujets de la vie humaine. Valables en 1616, ces pensées n’ont rien perdu de leur force en 2016. Cette anthologie thématique donne ainsi un aperçu du génie universel de Shakespeare. Aucune dimension de l’existence n’échappe à son interrogation : l’amour, la mort, le pouvoir, la justice. On y trouvera jusqu’à des conseils pratiques : «Des repas troublés font de mauvaises digestions» (Comédie des erreurs) ! Les très grandes sentences du dramaturge seront là («Etre ou ne pas être, telle est la question», Hamlet), mais également des pensées plus inattendues («Mes jours-salade sont finis», Antoine et Cléopâtre), des insultes truculentes («Boyau à cervelle de boue ! », Henry IV) et des maximes à la sagesse profonde et modeste («Les hommes sont des hommes, les meilleurs oublient parfois», Othello). On y retrouva également ses personnages les plus connus, Hamlet, Othello, Lady Macbeth, et d’autres, injustement méconnus : qui se souvient de Rosaline, le premier amour de Roméo ? Ces personnages, «faits de l’étoffe dont les rêves sont faits « (La Tempête) nous livrent une vision du monde ample, généreuse, parfois violente, toujours enthousiasmante, qui témoigne de la profondeur de vue du grand Shakespeare. N’est-ce pas lui qui affirme par la bouche du devin d’Antoine et Cléopâtre : «Dans le livre infini des secrets de la nature, je sais lire un peu?». L’anthologie a été réalisée par Julian Michelet, né en 1990, normalien et agrégé de Lettres classiques.

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In Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare creates a world of violence and generational conflict in which two young people fall in love and die because of that love. The story is rather extraordinary in that the normal problems faced by young lovers are here so very large. It is not simply that the families of Romeo and Juliet disapprove of the lover's affection for each other; rather, the Montagues and the Capulets are on opposite sides in a blood feud and are trying to kill each other on the streets of Verona. Every time a member of one of the two families dies in the fight, his relatives demand the blood of his killer. Because of the feud, if Romeo is discovered with Juliet by her family, he will be killed. Once Romeo is banished, the only way that Juliet can avoid being married to someone else is to take a potion that apparently kills her, so that she is burried with the bodies of her slain relatives. In this violent, death-filled world, the movement of the story from love at first sight to the union of the lovers in death seems almost inevitable.What is so striking about this play is that despite its extraordinary setting (one perhaps reflecting Elizabethan attitudes about hot-blooded Italians), it has become the quintessential story of young love. Because most young lovers feel that they have to overcome giant obstacles in order to be together, because they feel that they would rather die than be kept apart, and especially because the language Shakespeare gives his young lovers is so exquisite, allowing them to say to each other just what we would all say to a lover if we only knew how, it is easy to respond to this play as if it were about all young lovers rather than about a particular couple in a very unusual world. (When the play was rewritten in the eighteen century as The History and Fall of Caius Marius, the violent setting became that of a particularly discordant period in classical Rome; when Leonard Berstein rewrote the play as West Side Story, he chose the violent world of New York street gangs.)

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Dans la grande salle du palais des rois de l'île de Bretagne, le vieux roi Lear réunit ses filles, leurs maris et son fidèle ami le comte de Kent. Il annonce son désir de se retirer du pouvoir et sa décision de diviser son royaume entre ses trois filles, Goneril mariée au duc d'Albany, Régane épouse de Cornouailles et Cordélia, la plus jeune, courtisée par le duc de Bourgogne et le roi de France. La plus large part sera offerte à celle qui saura lui déclarer qu'elle l'aime le mieux.

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"Romeo and Juliet", one of William Shakespeare's most iconic tragedies, tells the poignant tale of young love and family conflict. Set in Verona, Italy, the story revolves around the passionate romance between Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet, members of feuding families. The star-crossed lovers meet at a masquerade ball and quickly fall deeply in love, despite their families' bitter rivalry. Their secret relationship leads to a series of events marked by love, secrecy, and tragedy. The tale explores themes of love's power to transcend societal boundaries and the devastating consequences of hatred and feuds. As their love deepens, Romeo and Juliet marry in secret. However, their happiness is short-lived as a series of misunderstandings and unfortunate events unfold. The story's tension culminates in a tragic turn of events that challenges the boundaries between love and fate. Shakespeare masterfully weaves poetic language, dramatic irony, and emotional depth to create a timeless exploration of love, conflict, and the human condition. "Romeo and Juliet" remains a symbol of true love and its potential to overcome adversity, captivating audiences for centuries with its universal themes and heart-wrenching narrative. 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.

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Peu de temps après le mystérieux décès du roi, son frère Claudius se marie hâtivement avec la reine Gertrude. Le fils du défunt, le prince Hamlet, est dévasté par ces dernières nouvelles. à la nuit tombée, le fantôme du roi disparu hante les remparts du château d'Elseneur et apparaît aux yeux du prince. Le spectre lui annonce alors une terrible vérité : il a été assassiné, empoisonné par son propre frère, afin de lui voler sa place sur le trône. Dès lors, Hamlet est emporté par une irréversible soif de vengeance et ne vit plus que pour rendre justice à son père en simulant la folie, peu importe si d'autres doivent y laisser leur vie.

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