Troilus and Cressida (Modern Library pbk. ed.)

Eminent Shakespearean scholars Jonathan Bate and Eric Rasmussen provide a fresh new edition of this classic tragedy of politics and war, honor and lovealong with more than a hundred pages of exclusive features, including:*; an original Introduction to Troilus and Cressida*; incisive scene-by-scene synopsis and analysis with vital facts about the work*; commentary on past and current productions based on interviews with leading directors, actors, and designers*; photographs of key RSC productions*; an overview of Shakespeare's theatrical career and chronology of his playsIdeal for students, theater professionals, and general readers, these modern and accessible editions from the Royal Shakespeare Company set a new standard in Shakespearean literature for the twenty-first century.From the Trade Paperback edition.