How to Read a Shakespeare PlayThis clear and succinct book is designed for general readers who want to know how to go about reading Shakespeare’s works for pleasure.
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List of Illustrations | 1 |
A Midsummer Nights Dream | 14 |
Romeo and Juliet | 36 |
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