Arden Shakespeare Third Series Complete Works

The Arden Shakespeare Third Series is now complete with the addition of the apocryphal plays, Double Falsehood, Sir Thomas More, and King Edward III. This edition provides all three extant texts of Hamlet, including the first and second Quarto texts of 1603 and 1604-5, and the first Folio text of 1623. The Complete Works are arranged alphabetically and include general introductions, short individual introductions, a glossary, and a bibliography to make it accessible to readers and anyone building their literary library.

Format: Hardback
Length: 1504 pages
Publication date: 15 October 2020
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The Arden Shakespeare Third Series, a monumental achievement in literary scholarship, reaches its culmination with the publication of The Complete Works. This comprehensive collection encompasses all of Shakespeare's plays, poems, and sonnets, meticulously edited by esteemed international scholars. What sets this edition apart is the inclusion of the apocryphal plays, part-written by the legendary playwright: Double Falsehood, Sir Thomas More, and King Edward III. This anthology is truly unique in presenting all three extant texts of Hamlet during Shakespeare's lifetime: the first and second Quarto texts of 1603 and 1604-5, as well as the first Folio text of 1623. Organized in a simple alphabetical arrangement, The Complete Works ensures seamless navigation for readers. To enhance accessibility, the lengthy introductions and footnotes found in the individual Third Series volumes have been streamlined, giving way to a general introduction, concise individual introductions to each text, a comprehensive glossary, and an extensive bibliography. This handsome volume is a treasure for readers eager to delve into Shakespeare's profound artistry and for anyone seeking to build a distinguished literary library.

Weight: 1992g
Dimension: 201 x 255 x 59 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474296380