Frank Carlson Library

Claudio and Hero, awaiting their wedding, conspire to get the antagonistic Beatrice and Benedick to fall in love, unaware that they themselves are the target of a more sinister plot. Includes explanatory notes, scene-by-scene plot summaries, a key to famous lines and phrases, and illustrations.

Contains the complete text of the historical play about the struggle between love and power which ultimately led to Cleopatra's death. Includes critical information, and biographical information about Shakespeare.