Product Description: The World of Shakespeare: The Complete Plays and Sonnets of William Shakespeare (38 Volume Library) By William Shakespeare Stephen Orgel and A. R. Braunmiller, General Editors
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For anyone with an abiding love of the Bard and his to all of Shakepeares singular contributiOn to English literature, this complete library combines enduring beauty with the scholarship and authority demanded by modern readers. Easier to read and enjoy than massive, single-volume editions, these individual volumes feature authori tative text, essays on how the plays would have been performed in Shakespeare's day, and notes valuable for general readers, teachers, students, and theater professionals. Here, in 38 truly stunning heirloom volumes, are William Shakespeare's classic plays and sonnets in the only complete, individually-bound set of Shakespeare's works currently available. The tragedies, comedies, histories, and poetry, so beloved by millions of readers and theater-goers, are reproduced here in luxurious, linen-bound hardcovers, enhanced by silver stamping on the covers and spines, and sewn-in, satin ribbon markers.
The distinguished Pelican Shakespeare editions have sold five million copies. Since the series debuted more than forty years ago, developments in scholarship have revolutionized our understanding of William Shakespeare, his time, and his works. The general editors of the Pelican Shakespeare, Stephen Orgel of Stanford University and A. R. Braunmiller of UCLA, have assembled a team of six eminent scholars who, along with the general editors themselves, have prepared new introductions and note * Authoritative and meticulously researched texts * Illuminating new introductions and notes by distinguished authors * Essays on Shakespeare's life, the theatrical world of his time, and the selection of texts * A handsome new design inside and out * Deluxe packaging, including a full-linen case with silver stamping, ribbon marker, printed endpapers, and acid-free paper * Line numbers marking every tenth line and footnote references * Both glossorial and explanatory notes appearing conveniently at the foot of the page
Good for what it is Nicely manufactured set, good supplemental information, easy to handle-to-handle individual volumes. Some might prefer a more comprehensive textbook a la Brevington, Norton, etc., but this is "good for what it is".
Quality Set I was very pleased with this 38-volume set. The books are well-bound and well-printed. Each book contains an extensive introduction and background on the individual play. No complaints.
So long the one Volume Shakespeare I just couldn't read comfortably Shakespeare out of a 20 lb tome any more. This set is convienient with critical notations sufficient to satisfy any but the most festidious fan. The annotations are noted in the margins then reproduced on the bottom. Taking my first Shakespeare tour since high school, I am finding this easier to deal with than single volume editions such as the Riverside Shakespeare, which I also heartily recommend. The Folger Library editions are also excellent with annotations on the opposing page which makes for easier reading but lots of page turning.
Price went up I think that $300 for this wonderful set is a bit much. The price just skyrocketecd up from $119 to an absurdly $300 Its really sad to see this happen. Each of these books should be around $5-$6 $190-$228 I will agree on even. The price needs to be reduced right now its a rip off.
Price Change It is sad to see that almost all of the reviews of this product are now obsolete. The praise that this set received was largely for its sub $100 price tag. Now the price has ballooned to $300! It's quite a shame too because Shakespeare is amazing and should be a part of everyone's home library.
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