Книга 1, Overviews and the History Plays, Книга 2, The Comedies, Книга 3, The Tragedies, Книга 4, The Romances and Poetry Designed and written to meet tile needs of students, this 4-volume set clearly and thoughtfully introduces the genres and major works that constitute Shakespeare"s formidable canon. Each volume is devoted to a particular genre and within each volume are essays on particular works. These essays provide plot summaries, analyses of themes and characters, and discussions of historical contexts. In addition, the essays offer detailed explications of key passages, thus illuminating Shakespeare"s most critical yet challenging material. The organization of this companion underscores the relationships among characters and plays and encourages students to engage in comparative studies and critical thinking. Формат: 18,5 см x 26 см.