“How can tyrants safely govern home, Unless abroad they purchase great alliance.”
Quote by William Shakespeare
Work
The Family Shakspeare ... in which Nothing is Added to the Original Text: But Those Words and Expressions are Omitted which Cannot with Propriety be Read Aloud in a Family ...
This book presents a version of Shakespeare's plays and poems that has been edited to remove words and expressions deemed unsuitable for family audiences. It aims to provide a more accessible experience for readers who wish to enjoy Shakespeare's works in a family setting. more
Author
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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