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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

Troilus and Cressida

by William Shakespeare
Aggregate Editorial Score40/100
#3,019of 99,626 books
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Published 1609English
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About This Book

Published in 1609, Troilus and Cressida established William Shakespeare as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. A celebrated work of literary fiction, Troilus and Cressida by William Shakespeare (1609) offers an unflinching examination of the human condition.

Book Details

AuthorWilliam Shakespeare
Published1609
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score40/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Editorial Assessment

Troilus and Cressida by William Shakespeare sits within the tradition of literary fiction that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 1609 in United Kingdom, it engages with the human condition in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. With an editorial score of 40/100 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. The appeal of Troilus and Cressida lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of the human condition is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. Within United Kingdom's literary landscape, William Shakespeare occupies a significant position. Troilus and Cressida 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.

Awards & Recognition

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About the Author
William Shakespeare
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William Shakespeare is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of classic literature.

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Troilus and Cressida by William Shakespeare is a celebrated work of literary fiction published in 1609. It is widely regarded as an important contribution to its genre, exploring themes that resonate with readers across generations.

Who wrote Troilus and Cressida?

Troilus and Cressida was written by William Shakespeare, first published in 1609. William Shakespeare is recognized as a significant author in the field of literary fiction.

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Troilus and Cressida was first published in 1609. It has since become a well-regarded work in the literary fiction genre, read by audiences around the world.

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Troilus and Cressida is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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