The Two Gentlemen of Verona

by William Shakespeare, Sylvan Barnet (Introduction)

Overview

THE NEWLY REVISED SIGNET CLASSIC SHAKESPEARE SERIES

Mostly set in Milan, this comedy is the story of two newly-arrived Veronese friends, Valentine and Proteus. Both vie for the Duke's daughter's hand, with lots of laughter ensuing.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780451530639
Publisher:	Penguin Publishing Group
Publication date:	05/01/2007
Series:	Signet Classic Shakespeare Series
Edition description:	Reissue
Pages:	288
Product dimensions:	4.20(w) x 6.65(h) x 0.95(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

William Shakespeare (1564–1616) was a poet, playwright, and actor who is widely regarded as one of the most influential writers in the history of the English language. Often referred to as the Bard of Avon, Shakespeare's vast body of work includes comedic, tragic, and historical plays; poems; and 154 sonnets. His dramatic works have been translated into every major language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright.

Date of Death:

2018

Place of Birth:

Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom

Place of Death:

Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom

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Table of Contents

Act 1
Act 2
Act 3
Act 4
Act 5

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