Much Ado About Nothing

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Shakespeare with "Much Ado About Nothing." This timeless comedy, published by Penguin UK in 2015, beautifully showcases the playwright's masterful wit and clever wordplay. In this 224-page paperback edition, edited by R.A. Foakes and featuring insights from Janet Dillon, you'll follow the extraordinary tale of Beatrice and Benedick. Both characters are fiercely independent and adamant about remaining single, yet fate intervenes when Don Pedro cleverly tricks them into believing they have hidden affections for one another. As the comedic mischief unfolds, misunderstandings fly, propelling this spirited narrative filled with romance and humor.

This edition not only captivates with its story but also enhances your understanding of Shakespeare's rich context. It includes a general introduction to Shakespeare’s life and the intricacies of Elizabethan theatre, alongside a dedicated introduction to "Much Ado About Nothing," a chronology, and recommendations for further reading. The accompanying essay on performance options offers a unique glimpse into bringing this classic to life on stage and screen.

Perfect for literature fans and newcomers alike, "Much Ado About Nothing" remains an essential addition to your bookshelf. Enjoy free shipping on this delightful paperback, and enrich your reading experience today! Explore more great works like "As You Like It" to continue your Shakespearean journey.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141396590
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 224


Description:
A dazzling display of William Shakespeare's fondness for wit and wordplay, Much Ado About Nothing is a high-spirited comedy, edited with notes by R.A. Foakes, and an introduction by Janet Dillon.
'Some, Cupid kills with arrows, some, with traps'

Proud, vivacious Beatrice and a high-spirited rake Benedick both claim that they are determined never to marry. But when good-hearted mischief-maker Don Pedro tricks them into believing that each harbours secret feelings for the other, Beatrice and Benedick begin to question whether their witty banter and sharp-tongued repartee conceals something deeper. Schemes abound, misunderstandings proliferate and matches are eventually made in this sparkling and irresistible comedy, famously adapted by Kenneth Branagh in a film starring Keanu Reeves and Emma Thompson.

This book contains a general introduction to Shakespeare's life and Elizabethan theatre, a separate introduction to Much Ado About Nothing, a chronology, suggestions for further reading, an essay discussing performance options on both stage and screen, and a commentary.

If you enjoyed Much Ado About Nothing, you might like As You Like It, also available in Penguin Shakespeare.

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