The Complete Works of William Shakespeare
Enriched edition. All 213 Plays, Poems, Sonnets, Apocryphas & The Biography: Including Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet…By William Shakespeare
Length157h 18m
About this audiobook
In 'The Complete Works of William Shakespeare', readers are immersed in the vast world of Shakespearean literature, encompassing plays, sonnets, and poems. The book showcases Shakespeare's diverse writing styles, from tragedies like 'Hamlet' to comedies like 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', providing a comprehensive look at his literary genius. Each piece is filled with intricate themes, complex characters, and timeless insights into human nature, making this collection a staple in the English literary canon. Shakespeare's use of language, symbolism, and dramatic devices further enhance the depth and richness of his work, captivating audiences for centuries. As a playwright and poet, Shakespeare revolutionized the English language and theatre, cementing his place as one of the greatest writers in history. His enduring influence continues to inspire artists and scholars worldwide, sparking countless adaptations and interpretations of his work. 'The Complete Works of William Shakespeare' is a must-read for anyone seeking to delve into the masterpieces of one of literature's most revered figures.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length157 hrs 18 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Complete Works of William Shakespeare
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6COMEDIES (pt. 1)
7COMEDIES (pt. 2)
8AS YOU LIKE IT (pt. 1)
9AS YOU LIKE IT (pt. 2)
10THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
11LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST
12MEASURE FOR MEASURE (pt. 1)
13MEASURE FOR MEASURE (pt. 2)
14THE MERCHANT OF VENICE
15THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR (pt. 1)
16THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR (pt. 2)
17A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
18MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
19PERICLES PRINCE OF TYRE
20THE TAMING OF THE SHREW
21THE TEMPEST
22TWELFTH NIGHT OR, WHAT YOU WILL
23THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA
24THE TWO NOBLE KINSMEN (pt. 1)
25THE TWO NOBLE KINSMEN (pt. 2)
26THE WINTER’S TALE (pt. 1)
27THE WINTER’S TALE (pt. 2)
28HISTORIES
29THE TRAGEDY OF KING RICHARD THE SECOND (pt. 1)
30THE TRAGEDY OF KING RICHARD THE SECOND (pt. 2)
31KING HENRY IV, THE FIRST PART (pt. 1)
32KING HENRY IV, THE FIRST PART (pt. 2)
33KING HENRY IV, SECOND PART (pt. 1)
34KING HENRY IV, SECOND PART (pt. 2)
35KING HENRY V (pt. 1)
36KING HENRY V (pt. 2)
37KING HENRY VI, FIRST PART (pt. 1)
38KING HENRY VI, FIRST PART (pt. 2)
39KING HENRY THE SIXTH, SECOND PART (pt. 1)
40KING HENRY THE SIXTH, SECOND PART (pt. 2)
41KING HENRY THE SIXTH, THIRD PART (pt. 1)
42KING HENRY THE SIXTH, THIRD PART (pt. 2)
43THE TRAGEDY OF KING RICHARD III (pt. 1)
44THE TRAGEDY OF KING RICHARD III (pt. 2)
45KING HENRY THE EIGHTH (pt. 1)
46KING HENRY THE EIGHTH (pt. 2)
47TRAGEDIES (pt. 1)
48TRAGEDIES (pt. 2)
49CORIOLANUS (pt. 1)
50CORIOLANUS (pt. 2)
THE WINTER'S TALEWilliam Shakespeare, Sidney Lee17h 7m4.1 (85.5K)$1.99 · $0.00
JULIUS CAESARWilliam Shakespeare17h 27m4.0 (260K)$1.99 · $0.00
THE TEMPESTWilliam Shakespeare17h 10m4.0 (272.6K)$1.99 · $0.00
William Shakespeare Esencial: Obras inmortalesWilliam Shakespeare20h 59m4.5 (19)$1.99 · $0.00
König Heinrich VIII. (Zweisprachige Ausgabe: Deutsch/Englisch)William Shakespeare7h 53m3.5 (10.2K)$1 · $0.00
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König Lear (Zweisprachige Ausgabe: Deutsch-Englisch)William Shakespeare8h 37m4.3 (26.2K)$1 · $0.00
Die bekanntesten Lustspiele William Shakespeares (Zweisprachige Ausgaben: Deutsch-Englisch)William Shakespeare73h 45m4.4 (45)$1 · $0.00
Julius Cäsar (Zweisprachige Ausgabe: Deutsch-Englisch)William Shakespeare6h 55m4.1 (128)$1 · $0.00
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RICHARD III (Zweisprachige Ausgabe: Deutsch-Englisch)William Shakespeare9h 25m4.2 (55)$1 · $0.00
Venus und Adonis (Zweisprachige Ausgabe: Deutsch-Englisch)William Shakespeare3h 12m4.6 (18)$1 · $0.00
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Pride & Prejudice (Annotated)Jane Austen15h 10m4.7 (13.3K)$2 · $0.00
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The Great Gatsby: Original 1925 Edition (An F. Scott Fitzgerald Classic NovelFrancis Scott Fitzgerald4h 45m4.6 (9.3K)$15 · $0.00
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