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The Norton Facsimile of the First Folio of Shakespeare
Based on Folios in the Folger Library Collection
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The Norton Facsimile revolutionized scholarly accuracy in 1968 by meticulously selecting pages from numerous copies to ensure clarity and minimal show-through. It presented the most corrected state of Shakespeare's works, addressing variations due to press corrections. The introduction of "through line numbering" based on the 1623 edition provided a new reference standard, enhancing usability for readers. Crafted by Folio scholar Charlton Hinman and supported by the Folger Library Collection, this volume became essential for collectors and serious Shakespeare enthusiasts.
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The Norton Facsimile of the First Folio of Shakespeare, William Shakespeare
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- Released
- 1996
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- Title
- The Norton Facsimile of the First Folio of Shakespeare
- Subtitle
- Based on Folios in the Folger Library Collection
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Shakespeare
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co
- Released
- 1996
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 968
- ISBN13
- 9780393039856
- Category
- Theatre / Drama
- Description
- The Norton Facsimile revolutionized scholarly accuracy in 1968 by meticulously selecting pages from numerous copies to ensure clarity and minimal show-through. It presented the most corrected state of Shakespeare's works, addressing variations due to press corrections. The introduction of "through line numbering" based on the 1623 edition provided a new reference standard, enhancing usability for readers. Crafted by Folio scholar Charlton Hinman and supported by the Folger Library Collection, this volume became essential for collectors and serious Shakespeare enthusiasts.