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The Tempest (Signet Classics) by Shakespeare, William; Langbaum, Robert is a work of fiction available to read on EtoBox.
What is The Tempest (Signet Classics) about?
The Signet Classics edition of William Shakespeare's fantastical play that combines elements of tragedy and comedy. Prospero—sorcerer and rightful Duke of Milan—has lived a reclusive life with his daughter Miranda in the years since his position was usurped by his brother, Antonio. Now, as Antonio’s ship passes near Prospero’s island home, the sorcerer conjures up a terrible storm that will change all of their destinies.... This revised Signet Classics edition includes unique features such as: • An overview of Shakespeare's life, world, and theater • A special introduction to the play by the editor, Robert Langbaum • Selections from William Strachey, Sylvester Jourdain, Montaigne, and Ovid, sources from which Shakespeare derived The Tempest • Dramatic criticism from Samuel Taylor Coleridge, E.M.W. Tillyard, Lori Jerrell, and others • A comprehensive stage and screen history of notable actors, directors, and productions • Text, notes, and commentaries printed in the clearest, most readable text • And more...
Who reads The Tempest (Signet Classics)?
It is typically read by readers looking for immersive, entertainment-first reading.
Common subject areas: fiction, literature, genre fiction.
- Author
- Shakespeare, William; Langbaum, Robert
- Publisher
- Cricket House Books LLC
- Published
- 2010
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9780451527127
- Category
- work of fiction
- Subjects
- Performing Arts, Literary Fiction, Fiction
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 (4,080 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-14
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