Known as the greatest playwright of all time Wiiliam Shakespeare has been immortalized in this deluxe 1448 page edition of his works. This reproduction, from an original 3 volume 19th Century Manuscript,is beautifully illustrated by Irish artist George Cruikshank, joined by Sir John Gilbert, and R. Dudley.
This Complete Library of Shakspeare is divided into three sections: Tragedies, Comedies, & Histories with Sonnets.
Throughout the nineteenth century editors and publishers of William Shakespeare's Complete Works frequently used the spellings Shakspeare and Shakspere which had been used by the poet on the pages of his will. Today the usual spelling has been standardized to Shakespeare. -- Marian J. Pringle, Senior Librarian-The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust
Oversize hardcover in very good condition.