The New Folger Library Shakespeare

A comedy about a creditor demanding a pound of flesh in payment for a defaulted loan, and a lover who must choose among three caskets in a riddle game to win the hand of a wealthy lady.

Contains full explanatory notes on pages facing the text of the play.

Shakespeare's supernatural tale of power-lust and the dangers of regicide; includes sections on Shakespeare's life, theater, language, and play publication, as well as textual notes, a modern perspective on the play, a guide for further reading, and a key to famous lines and phrases.

Contains full explanatory notes opposite edited text of one of the earliest printed editions of Shakespear's play.

Comprehensive text features full explanatory notes.

Complete text of the play, about mixed-up identities and misplaced affections, with study aids, textual notes, and a modern perspective.