Classic Literature· United Kingdom
The Plays of Shakespeare (Merry Wives of Windsor / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest / Two Gentlemen of Verona / Twelfth Night)
by William ShakespeareAggregate Editorial Score35/100
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Published 1825English
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The Plays of Shakespeare (Merry Wives of Windsor / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest / Two Gentlemen of Verona / Twelfth Night) by William Shakespeare is a landmark work of classic literature, first published in 1825. A cornerstone of the literary canon, The Plays of Shakespeare (Merry Wives of Windsor / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest / Two Gentlemen of Verona / Twelfth Night) (1825) by William Shakespeare continues to resonate with readers worldwide.
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William Shakespeare published The Plays of Shakespeare (Merry Wives of Windsor / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest / Two Gentlemen of Verona / Twelfth Night) in 1825, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of classic literature from United Kingdom. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation.
Critics and institutions have consistently placed The Plays of Shakespeare (Merry Wives of Windsor / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest / Two Gentlemen of Verona / Twelfth Night) among the notable works of its period. Our aggregate score of 35/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals.
Readers coming to The Plays of Shakespeare (Merry Wives of Windsor / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest / Two Gentlemen of Verona / Twelfth Night) for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of the human condition is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at.
The Plays of Shakespeare (Merry Wives of Windsor / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest / Two Gentlemen of Verona / Twelfth Night) reflects William Shakespeare's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with United Kingdom's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
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
182535
William Shakespeare is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of classic literature.
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