Set against the political upheaval of Imperial Rome and the exotic grandeur of Egypt, Antony and Cleopatra explores the tension between public duty and personal passion. This Penguin Shakespeare edition, edited by Emrys Jones and introduced by René Weis, presents a modernized and accessible version of the text, accompanied by insightful commentary on the play’s historical background, performance history, and dramatic structure. Through shifting alliances, emotional extremes, and tragic reversals, Shakespeare crafts a portrait of love and power on a global stage. Ideal for students and general readers alike, this edition offers a rich understanding of one of Shakespeare’s most poetic and politically charged tragedies.
Page count: 239
Publication year: 2005
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd (Penguin Shakespeare series)
Language: English
Original language: English
Editor: Emrys Jones
Introduction: René Weis
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