Classic Literature· United Kingdom
Plays (As You Like It / Hamlet / Julius Caesar / King Henry V / King Richard II / Macbeth / Merchant of Venice / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest)
by William ShakespeareAggregate Editorial Score30/100
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Published 1928English
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When William Shakespeare published Plays (As You Like It / Hamlet / Julius Caesar / King Henry V / King Richard II / Macbeth / Merchant of Venice / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest) in 1928, it quickly found its place in the broader tradition of classic literature. A cornerstone of the literary canon, Plays (As You Like It / Hamlet / Julius Caesar / King Henry V / King Richard II / Macbeth / Merchant of Venice / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest) (1928) by William Shakespeare continues to resonate with readers worldwide.
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First published in 1928, William Shakespeare's Plays (As You Like It / Hamlet / Julius Caesar / King Henry V / King Richard II / Macbeth / Merchant of Venice / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest) is a work of classic literature that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with the human condition gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre.
With an editorial score of 30/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys.
What distinguishes Plays (As You Like It / Hamlet / Julius Caesar / King Henry V / King Richard II / Macbeth / Merchant of Venice / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest) is how it handles its central concerns — the human condition — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it.
Within United Kingdom's literary landscape, William Shakespeare occupies a significant position. Plays (As You Like It / Hamlet / Julius Caesar / King Henry V / King Richard II / Macbeth / Merchant of Venice / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest) is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
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notable · national
192830
William Shakespeare is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of classic literature.
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