Shakespeare's a Midsummer-Night's Dream: Edited With Introduction and Notes (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Shakespeare

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331806339 ISBN 13: 9780331806335

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Explore the background, sources, and mythic world behind a timeless comedy.

This edition presents the text of A Midsummer Night’s Dream with an introduction and notes that illuminate how Shakespeare blended fairy lore, classical myth, and village traditions. Discover how the play’s magic, humor, and romance grew from a mix of sources, from Spenser and Chaucer to Drayton and Ovid, and how the author shaped Titania, Oberon, and Puck for the stage. The result is a richer picture of the play’s themes of love, youth, and fantasy.

• Learn how actors, fairies, and lovers interact on a stage that blends rustic charm with royal storytelling.
• See how critics connect the work to older legends and to the literary culture of Shakespeare’s time.
• Find notes that explain language, allusions, and references, helping you follow the humor and wordplay.
• Explore the development of key characters and the play’s imaginative world through concise, accessible analysis.

Ideal for readers who want context, clarity, and a deeper appreciation of the play’s humor, magic, and stagecraft. This edition is a great companion for students, teachers, and general readers curious about how a beloved comedy came to life.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331806339
• ISBN 13: 9780331806335
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 106