Folger Shakespeare Library The world"s leading center for Shakespeare studies Each edition includes: 149; Freshly edited text based on the best earlyprinted version of the play 149; Full explanatory notes conveniently placed on pages facing the text of the play 149; Scene-by-scene plot summaries 149; A key to famous lines and phrases 149; An introduction to reading Shakespeare"s language 149; An essay by an outstanding scholar providing a modern perspective on the play 149; Illustrations from the Folger Shakespeare Library"s vast holdings of rare books Essay by Karen Newman The Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, D.C., is home to the world"s largest collection of Shakespeare"s printed works, and a magnet for Shakespeare scholars from around the globe. In addition to exhibitions open to the public throughout the year, the Folger offers a full calendar of performances and programs.