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The Plays and Poems of William Shakspeare: Venus and Adonis. The rape of Lucrece. Sonnets. The passionate pilgrim. A lover's complaint. Titus Andronicus. Romeus and Juliet. Appendix, glossarial index. Vol. 10

The volume is a comprehensive compilation of Shakespeare's writings, showcasing his poetic and dramatic works. It includes the narrative poem Venus and Adonis, the tragic narrative The rape of Lucrece, and a selection of his famous sonnets. The plays Titus Andronicus and Romeus and Juliet are also featured, representing Shakespeare's versatility in storytelling. The collection concludes with an appendix and a glossarial index for reference. more

Author

William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare (1564 - April 23, 1616) was one of the greatest poets of the English Renaissance, renowned for his dramatic works. His plays spanned a variety of genres, including tragedy, comedy, and history, and have had a profound impact on literature worldwide. more

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