{"product_id":"9780743482752","title":"Much Ado about Nothing (Folger Shakespeare Library Series)","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe authoritative edition of \u003ci\u003eMuch Ado About Nothing\u003c\/i\u003e from the \u003cstrong\u003eFolger Shakespeare Library\u003c\/strong\u003e—the most trusted Shakespeare series for students, educators, and general readers—offers a complete, accessible resource for exploring one of \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Shakespeare’s best-known romantic comedies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA favorite on stage and in classrooms, \u003ci\u003eMuch Ado About Nothing\u003c\/i\u003e presents two contrasting love stories: the impulsive romance between Hero and Claudio, threatened by deception from the scheming Don John, and the witty, slow-burn relationship between Beatrice and Benedick, whose verbal sparring conceals deep affection. Set in Elizabethan England, this richly layered comedy combines mistaken identity, honor, betrayal, and emotional redemption.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis Folger Shakespeare Library edition features the highly praised side-by-side format with explanatory notes and language guides—ideal for students and anyone new to Shakespeare’s plays. Edited from the best early printed text, this edition includes:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe exact text of the printed play for easy reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHundreds of hyperlinked notes for fast navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA modern introduction to reading Shakespeare’s language\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScene-by-scene plot summaries and analysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA guide to Shakespeare’s most famous lines and phrases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new essay by Gail Kern Paster, offering a contemporary perspective on the play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare archival images from the Folger Shakespeare Library’s world-renowned collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn annotated guide for further reading and research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe Folger Shakespeare Library, located in Washington, DC, is home to the largest collection of Shakespeare materials and serves as a hub for scholars and fans alike. With public exhibitions, performances, and educational programs, the Folger is an unparalleled resource for appreciating Shakespearean drama in the modern age.\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42371127541821,"sku":"9780743482752","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0838\/9949\/files\/9780743482752_p0.jpg?v=1771566956","url":"https:\/\/www.tatteredcover.com\/products\/9780743482752","provider":"Tattered Cover","version":"1.0","type":"link"}