Bantam Classics 经典系列：四大喜剧FOUR COMEDIES

Bantam Classics brings together four of Shakespeare's most famous comedies in the Four Comedies series. The Taming of the Shrew is a robust comedy featuring Katharina, the shrew, engaging in a contest of wills with her bridegroom, Petruchio, in a battle of the sexes. A Midsummer Night's Dream is a romantic play featuring fairy magic and a mix-up of desire and enchantment. The Merchant of Venice is a dark comedy featuring the infamous figure of Shylock, the Jewish moneylender, and his demand for a pound of flesh from Antonio. Finally, Twelfth Night is a topsy-turvy comedy about mistaken identity and separated twins. Each edition of these plays includes comprehensive explanatory notes, vivid introductions, and the most up-to-date scholarship. The modernized spelling and punctuation make Elizabethan English accessible to contemporary readers. The detailed bibliographies and performance histories provide a valuable resource for scholars and students. Additionally, an interpretive essay on film adaptations of the plays and an extensive filmography add to the value of this series. For lovers of Shakespeare, the Four Comedies series is a must-read. The plays are filled with humor, romance, and wit that have captivated audiences for centuries. These comedies are a perfect introduction to Shakespeare's work and a valuable addition to any book collection.