{"product_id":"much-ado-about-nothing-william-shakespeare-paperback-2","title":"Much ADO about Nothing -- William Shakespeare, Paperback","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThe authoritative edition of \u003ci\u003eMuch Ado About Nothing\u003c\/i\u003e from the \u003cstrong\u003eFolger Shakespeare Library\u003c\/strong\u003e--the most trusted Shakespeare series for students, educators, and general readers--offers a complete, accessible resource for exploring one of \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Shakespeare's best-known romantic comedies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA favorite on stage and in classrooms, \u003ci\u003eMuch Ado About Nothing\u003c\/i\u003e presents two contrasting love stories: the impulsive romance between Hero and Claudio, threatened by deception from the scheming Don John, and the witty, slow-burn relationship between Beatrice and Benedick, whose verbal sparring conceals deep affection. Set in Elizabethan England, this richly layered comedy combines mistaken identity, honor, betrayal, and emotional redemption. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis Folger Shakespeare Library edition features the highly praised side-by-side format with explanatory notes and language guides--ideal for students and anyone new to Shakespeare's plays. Edited from the best early printed text, this edition includes: - The exact text of the printed play for easy reference - Hundreds of hyperlinked notes for fast navigation - A modern introduction to reading Shakespeare's language - Scene-by-scene plot summaries and analysis - A guide to Shakespeare's most famous lines and phrases - A new essay by Gail Kern Paster, offering a contemporary perspective on the play - Rare archival images from the Folger Shakespeare Library's world-renowned collection - An annotated guide for further reading and research \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Folger Shakespeare Library, located in Washington, DC, is home to the largest collection of Shakespeare materials and serves as a hub for scholars and fans alike. With public exhibitions, performances, and educational programs, the Folger is an unparalleled resource for appreciating Shakespearean drama in the modern age.\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e William Shakespeare\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simon \u0026amp; Schuster\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11\/27\/2018\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 352\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.3\" H x 5.4\" L x 0.9\" W\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781501146305\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uncle Jon's Book Factory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47022802370714,"sku":"9781501146305","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/3015\/4138\/files\/9781501146305_7bce70bb-2979-481e-b53f-193f643627ef.jpg?v=1774691792","url":"https:\/\/unclejonsbookfactory.com\/products\/much-ado-about-nothing-william-shakespeare-paperback-2","provider":"Uncle Jon's Book Factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}