"Measure for Measure" by William Shakespeare is a play that looks at the tough questions of fairness, right and wrong, and what it means to be human. It tells the story of Duke Vincentio, who dresses up as a religious man, and Angelo, a strict leader who makes sure everyone follows the rules, maybe a bit too harshly. The story happens in Vienna, a place full of dishonest politics and bad behavior, which makes it hard for the characters to choose between what they want, being in charge, and doing what's right. Early on, we learn that the Duke has given Angelo power to clean up Vienna while he's away. The Duke thinks the laws haven't been followed properly for a long time, so he wants to secretly watch how Angelo does things. Then, we find out that Claudio is in trouble for getting his girlfriend pregnant, which causes a lot of stress. His sister, Isabella, who is about to become a nun, gets involved when she hears about her brother's problem and decides to try to save him. As the characters try to make good choices in a dishonest world, the play asks big questions about what is fair and kind.
Measure for Measure
By William Shakespeare
In a city ruled by strict laws and hidden intentions, a sister must confront a corrupt leader to save her brother's life, testing the limits of justice and mercy.
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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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