The Tragedy of Antony and Cleopatra |
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| Author:
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Shakespeare, William |
| ISBN: | 979-8-3905-0159-7 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2023 |
| Publisher: | Independently Published
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $9.82 |
Book Description:
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"The Tragedy of Antony and Cleopatra" is a gripping play by William Shakespeare that tells the story of the intense love affair between the Roman general Mark Antony and the Egyptian queen Cleopatra. As Antony's political career is threatened by his association with the powerful and alluring Cleopatra, the two lovers navigate the challenges of power, loyalty, and their own passionate feelings for one another.
Set against the backdrop of the Roman Empire and the rich culture...
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"The Tragedy of Antony and Cleopatra" is a gripping play by William Shakespeare that tells the story of the intense love affair between the Roman general Mark Antony and the Egyptian queen Cleopatra. As Antony's political career is threatened by his association with the powerful and alluring Cleopatra, the two lovers navigate the challenges of power, loyalty, and their own passionate feelings for one another.
Set against the backdrop of the Roman Empire and the rich culture of ancient Egypt, this play explores themes of love, loyalty, ambition, and betrayal. With its vivid characters, stunning imagery, and poetic language, "The Tragedy of Antony and Cleopatra" is a powerful work of literature that continues to captivate audiences today.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
William Shakespeare was an English playwright and poet, widely considered to be one of the greatest writers in the English language and the world's most famous dramatist. He was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, in 1564 and died there in 1616.
Shakespeare wrote a total of 38 plays, including tragedies, comedies, and histories, which are still performed today and studied in literature classes around the world. Some of his most famous works include "Romeo and Juliet," "Hamlet," "Macbeth," "Othello," and "King Lear."
In addition to his plays, Shakespeare also wrote over 150 sonnets, which are widely regarded as some of the most beautiful and powerful poems in the English language.
Shakespeare's writing is known for its poetic language, complex characters, and universal themes, such as love, power, betrayal, and ambition. He was also known for his use of metaphor, wordplay, and double entendres, which made his works both entertaining and intellectually stimulating.
While much of Shakespeare's personal life remains a mystery, he is known to have been married to Anne Hathaway and had three children. He was also a member of the Lord Chamberlain's Men, an acting company that later became the King's Men, and owned a share in the Globe Theatre.
Shakespeare's legacy has endured for over 400 years, and his works continue to be performed and studied today. He is often referred to as the "Bard of Avon" or simply "The Bard."