The Oxford Shakespeare: Measure for Measure

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Shakespeare's vivid drama on moral duplicity.

If you're intrigued by the intricacies of justice and the fine line between right and wrong, "Measure for Measure" won't disappoint. Shakespeare's ability to bring ethical dilemmas to life through powerful dialogue and complex characters is especially prominent in this play. It's a thought-provoking read that’s both a literary classic and an examination of morality that remains relevant today.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Oxford Shakespeare: Measure for Measure

Regular price RM44.30 MYR
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per
ISBN: 9780192834225
Date of Publication: 1998-06-11
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Poetry, Drama
Related Topics: Literature, Classics, Theatre
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Shakespeare's vivid dramatic projection of moral and ethical issues in Measure for Measure has given the play great appeal to both readers and theatergoers. Exploring the play's qualities as a complex work of art written specifically for the theater, the introduction to this new edition setsthe play in its historical context, discussing the originality of Shakespeare's treatment of a well-known story. Bawcutt explains the obsolete marriage customs, and also offers a comprehensive account of the text's theatrical afterlife from Restoration adaptations to recent productions.
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Shakespeare's vivid drama on moral duplicity.

If you're intrigued by the intricacies of justice and the fine line between right and wrong, "Measure for Measure" won't disappoint. Shakespeare's ability to bring ethical dilemmas to life through powerful dialogue and complex characters is especially prominent in this play. It's a thought-provoking read that’s both a literary classic and an examination of morality that remains relevant today.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.