Measure for measure

Washington Square Press new Folger ed.

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Author

William Shakespeare

Publication

1997 - Pocket Books, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

24,715 words, Calculated

Page Count

281 pages

Identifiers

Open LibraryOL67659M
ISBN-10067172276X
OCLC Control Number41039984
Library of Congress Control Number99166275
LibraryThing4888

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Goodreads1167562

Classifications

DDC822.3/3
LCCPR2824.A2 M69 1997
LCCPR2824.A2M69 1997

Description

This play examines the nature of mercy and justice, proposing that a good government is one that is flexible and based on common sense.

First Sentence

Measure for Measure is one of the best of Shakespeare's plays, though it has not always received the appreciation it deserves.

Description

Presents Shakespeare's dark comedy about a young woman forced to sacrifice her virtue to save her brother. Includes explanatory notes, historical background, and information about Shakespeare.

Subjects

Genres

Drama

Other Editions

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