"Shakespeare's Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare is a drama that explores the intense love between two youthful characters from feuding families. Set against a backdrop of deep-seated animosity between the Montagues and Capulets, the story highlights the swift connection between Romeo and Juliet, which starts at a Capulet feast. Their secret romance is challenged by family expectations and an unavoidable destiny, leading through themes of passion and destiny interwoven with the harsh reality of their families' conflict. The narrative unfolds in Verona, where public brawls mark the ongoing feud, from Romeo's initial pining for Rosaline to the star-crossed couple deciding to give themselves to one another. The play shows a world where love battles hate, and choices result in heartbreaking results.
Shakespeare's Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet
By William Shakespeare
In a world divided by hate, two young hearts ignite a forbidden love that threatens to destroy everything in its path.
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About the AuthorWilliam Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet and actor. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon". His extant works, including collaborations, consist of some 39 plays, 154 sonnets, three long narrative poems and a few other verses, some of uncertain authorship. His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright. Shakespeare remains arguably the most influential writer in the English language, and his works continue to be studied and reinterpreted.
William Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet and actor. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon". His extant works, including collaborations, consist of some 39 plays, 154 sonnets, three long narrative poems and a few other verses, some of uncertain authorship. His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright. Shakespeare remains arguably the most influential writer in the English language, and his works continue to be studied and reinterpreted.
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