Shakespeare, Vol. 3: A Reprint of His Collected Works as Put Forth in 1623; The Tragedies (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Shakespeare

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331928612 ISBN 13: 9780331928617

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Rediscover Shakespeare's tragedies in a faithful 1864 reprint of the 1623 Folio edition.

This edition presents Part III of a broader project that reproduces the Tragedies exactly as they appeared in Shakespeare’s first published collection. It promises a portable, unaltered, and fully faithful rendition of the language from the original 1623 edition, now offered for collectors and students alike. The volume highlights the enduring value of the First Folio and contemplates the care taken to preserve its wording for modern readers.

Originally issued in 1864 for Lionel Booth, this reprint aligns with the aim of providing a precise, unedited copy of Shakespeare’s tragedies, with careful editorial notes and a clear layout that mirrors the original. The project emphasizes fidelity over modernization, inviting readers to experience the plays as they were first brought to life in print.

• Faithful reproduction of the 1623 First Folio language for the Tragedies
• Portable format intended to resemble the original edition
• Scholarly notes and collation details to aid study and reference
• Edition history and publication context included for collectors

Ideal for readers who value historical print culture, scholars studying the transmission of Shakespeare’s text, and fans of the tragedies seeking a tactile link to the poet’s early printed aura.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331928612
• ISBN 13: 9780331928617
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 342