New Cambridge Shakespeare

Shakespeare's tragedy in which Titus Andronicus, Rome's noble soldier of many years, takes violent revenge upon the men who raped his daughter and killed his sons, and calls for curses upon Rome itself.

Presents William Shakespeare's tragedy in which a Danish prince seeks vengeance for his father's murder after being visited by his ghost; and includes an introduction on the play's structure, action, and critical, stage, and film interpretations.

Discusses the theatrical context of the play, staging problems, critical interpretation, its structure and its sources--both in the literary and folktale traditions.

Presents a modernized text of Shakespeare's comedy of mixed-up identities and misplaced affections; and includes information on the history and critical response to the play, a list of characters, a textual analysis, and a reading list.

A fully annotated critical edition of "King Lear" that includes a comprehensive account of Shakespeare's sources and influences, a detailed reading of the action, and a stage history of the major productions.

Presents the play and discusses its stage history, political importance, varied language, and skillful design.

The King of France gives Helena the hand of any man she wants in marriage, but the one she chooses, Bertram, flees to Tuscany, and she must use her wits to get him back; this text includes background on the play's sources and stage history, as well as a textual analysis.

Presents the text of the play, critical comments, textual data, and information on social and cultural settings.

Presents the play and discusses its poetry, structure, political details, history, and the Shakespearean staging.

Discusses the differences between the play's two early texts, its stage history, and clarifies the complex language and phrases.