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"Romeo and Juliet", one of William Shakespeare's most iconic tragedies, tells the poignant tale of young love and family conflict. Set in Verona, Italy, the story revolves around the passionate romance between Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet, members of feuding families.
The star-crossed lovers meet at a masquerade ball and quickly fall deeply in love, despite their families' bitter rivalry. Their secret relationship leads to a series of events marked by love, secrecy, and tragedy. The tale explores themes of love's power to transcend societal boundaries and the devastating consequences of hatred and feuds.
As their love deepens, Romeo and Juliet marry in secret. However, their happiness is short-lived as a series of misunderstandings and unfortunate events unfold. The story's tension culminates in a tragic turn of events that challenges the boundaries between love and fate.
Shakespeare masterfully weaves poetic language, dramatic irony, and emotional depth to create a timeless exploration of love, conflict, and the human condition. "Romeo and Juliet" remains a symbol of true love and its potential to overcome adversity, captivating audiences for centuries with its universal themes and heart-wrenching narrative.


ABOUT THE AUTHOR


William Shakespeare, the immortal bard of Avon, was a masterful playwright and poet whose brilliance continues to captivate the world. Born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, his life remains shrouded in mystery, yet his literary legacy shines brightly. Shakespeare's unparalleled talent crafted timeless works such as 'Romeo and Juliet,' 'Hamlet,' and 'Macbeth,' exploring the depths of human emotion and the complexities of the human psyche. His words, like a symphony of language, have left an indelible mark on literature, theater, and culture, transcending time and space. Today, his eloquence and storytelling prowess continue to enchant audiences, making him an everlasting icon of artistic excellence.

Auteur

  • William Shakespeare is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He began his successful career in London as an actor, writer, and part-owner of a playing company called the Lord Chamberlain's Men. His early plays were comedies and histories, considered some of the best in these genres. In 1623, a more definitive collection of his works known as the First Folio was published. Shakespeare was born to a successful glover and educated at the King's New School in Stratford. He married Anne Hathaway and had three children. Shakespeare's plays were performed by the Lord Chamberlain's Men, making him a wealthy man. He continued to act in his own plays and collaborated with other playwrights. Shakespeare's last three plays were collaborations, and he retired to Stratford before his death. His work has had a lasting impact on theatre and literature, and he is considered a genius and a classic of the German Weimar era. There have been doubts about the authorship of his works, but they are considered fringe theories.

Auteur(s) : William Shakespeare

Caractéristiques

Editeur : Librofilio

Auteur(s) : William Shakespeare

Publication : 6 septembre 2023

Intérieur : Noir & blanc

Support(s) : Livre numérique eBook [ePub]

Contenu(s) : ePub

Protection(s) : Marquage social (ePub)

Taille(s) : 276 ko (ePub)

Langue(s) : Anglais

Code(s) CLIL : 3439, 3623, 3632

EAN13 Livre numérique eBook [ePub] : 9782384613113

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