Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide

By Bright Summaries

Unlock the more straightforward side of Romeo and Juliet with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!

This engaging summary presents an analysis of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, the timeless story of two lovers separated by the feud between their houses and a contrary fate. This powerful play by the genius playwright is still as moving now as it was in the 16th century, when it was first performed. Shakespeare is widely considered the greatest writer in the English language and his timeless classics continue to captivate audiences and inspire scholars around the world. 

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This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection

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• Language: English
• Publisher: BrightSummaries.com
• Release date: Feb 26, 2016
• ISBN: 9782806273604

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English poet and playwright

Born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564

Died in 1616

Notable works:

A Midsummer Night’s Dream (1592-1595), comedy

Richard III (1592-1595), historical play

Hamlet (1595-1600), tragedy

A poet and playwright, and a prominent English literary figure, particularly in the genre of Elizabethan theater (named after Queen Elizabeth I, 1558-1603), William Shakespeare was born in 1564. There has been some occasional doubt over his historical existence, which now seems proven, although some periods of his life remain mysterious. He wrote 37 plays, all of which generally fall into one of four categories: historical plays such as Richard III, comedies such as A Midsummer Night’s Dream, great tragedies such as Hamlet and, finally, the last plays, which include those such as The Tempest. During the 1600s, the theater company of this actor and writer, considered one of the best in London, became resident at the Globe Theatre. William Shakespeare died in 1616.

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