Measure for Measure (Folger Shakespeare Library)

Measure for Measure (Folger Shakespeare Library)

Measure for Measure is among the most passionately discussed of Shakespeareâ‚¬s plays. In it, a duke temporarily removes himself from governing his city-state, deputizing a member of his administration, Angelo, to enforce the laws more rigorously. Angelo chooses as his first victim Claudio, condemning him to death because he impregnated Juliet before their marriage.

Claudioâ‚¬s sister Isabella, who is entering a convent, pleads for her brotherâ‚¬s life. Angelo attempts to extort sex from her, but Isabella preserves her chastity. The duke, in disguise, eavesdrops as she tells her brother about Angeloâ‚¬s behavior, then offers to ally himself with her against Angelo.

Modern responses to the play show how it can be transformed by its reception in present culture to evoke continuing fascination. To some, the duke (the government) seems meddlesome; to others, he is properly imposing moral standards. Angelo and Isabellaâ‚¬s encounter exemplifies sexual harassment. Others see a womanâ‚¬s right to control her body in Isabellaâ‚¬s choice between her virginity and her brotherâ‚¬s life.

The authoritative edition of Measure for Measure from The Folger Shakespeare Library, the trusted and widely used Shakespeare series for students and general readers, includes:

-Freshly edited text based on the best early printed version of the play
-Full explanatory notes conveniently placed on pages facing the text of the play
-Scene-by-scene plot summaries
-A key to the playâ‚¬s famous lines and phrases
-An introduction to reading Shakespeareâ‚¬s language
-An essay by a leading Shakespeare scholar providing a modern perspective on the play
-Fresh images from the Folger Shakespeare Libraryâ‚¬s vast holdings of rare books
-An annotated guide to further reading

Essay by Christy Desmet

The Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC, is home to the worldâ‚¬s largest collection of Shakespeareâ‚¬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. For more information, visit Folger.edu.
Country USA
Brand Simon & Schuster
Manufacturer Simon & Schuster
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780743484909
ReleaseDate 2005-07-01
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780743484909

Country	USA
Brand	Simon & Schuster
Manufacturer	Simon & Schuster
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9780743484909
ReleaseDate	2005-07-01
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780743484909

Measure for Measure (Folger Shakespeare Library)

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