"Cymbeline" by William Shakespeare is a play set in Britain that mixes elements of love and sorrow, exploring ideas about devotion, deceit, and how power affects people. The story centers on Imogen, a princess, and her husband, Posthumus, and the many problems they encounter because of political disagreements and betrayals within the royal family. Early in the play, we learn about King Cymbeline's unhappiness because Imogen married Posthumus without his permission, which angers the Queen, who had hoped she would marry her son Cloten. Imogen stands out as a strong character as she deals with her father's anger and the Queen's schemes. Her relationship with Posthumus is tested, and she faces exile and doubts about love, all while trying to stay loyal in a world full of secrets and power plays.
Cymbeline
By William Shakespeare
A princess and her husband must fight against lies, banishment, and royal schemes to prove their love and loyalty in a kingdom filled with political games.
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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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