Two Gentlemen of Verona is commonly agreed to be Shakespeare's first comedy, and probably his first play. A comedy built around the confusions of doubling, cross - dressing and identity, it is also a play about the ideal of male friendship and what happens to those friendships when men fall in love.William Carroll's engaging Introduction focuses on the traditions and sources that stand behind the play and explores Shakespeare's unique and bold treatment of them. Special attention is given to the strong female figure of Julia and the controversial final scene.

The latest Arden edition of The Two Gentleman of Verona.

About the Author
William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was an English dramatist, poet, and actor, generally regarded as the greatest playwright of all time.


Book Information
ISBN 9781903436950
Author William Shakespeare
Format Paperback
Page Count 336
Imprint The Arden Shakespeare
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 360g