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The Winter's Tale

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The narrative unfolds through the destructive jealousy of King Leontes, who wrongly accuses his pregnant wife, Hermione, of infidelity, leading to tragedy and the abandonment of their daughter, Perdita. Sixteen years later, the story shifts to Perdita, who has grown up and fallen in love with the son of King Polixenes. Themes of estrangement, loss, hope, and reconciliation are woven throughout this transformative journey. This edition includes a new biography of Shakespeare, highlighting his prominence as a playwright and poet.

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Language
English
Released
2011
Pages
158
ISBN13
9781447402992
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The narrative unfolds through the destructive jealousy of King Leontes, who wrongly accuses his pregnant wife, Hermione, of infidelity, leading to tragedy and the abandonment of their daughter, Perdita. Sixteen years later, the story shifts to Perdita, who has grown up and fallen in love with the son of King Polixenes. Themes of estrangement, loss, hope, and reconciliation are woven throughout this transformative journey. This edition includes a new biography of Shakespeare, highlighting his prominence as a playwright and poet.