Exploring Classic Literature: 8 Must Read Classics By Shakespeare

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Khushi Arora
Dec 17, 2024

Romeo And Juliet

Romeo and Juliet is one of Shakespeare's most famous works, a story of two lovers who got secretly married and ended up in tragic deaths, discussing the themes of love and fate.

Macbeth

A story of a general who got manipulated by his wife and killed the king to win the throne and led to his own destruction.

Hamlet

Hamlet is a “most powerful” tragedy play centers around the King Denmark who took revenge for his father’s murder from his uncle Claudius.

The Tempest

The Tempest was written in 1611 is about Prospero, a magician who uses his magical powers to shipwreck his usurping brother on an island exploring the themes of magic, betrayal, revenge, and family.

Richard III

Richard III is a historical tragedy about the duke of Gloucester, Richard who used manipulation and deceit to become the King of England which ultimately led to his downfall.

Othello

Othello is one of Shakespeare's most liked plays. It is about the general Othello, who killed his wife out of jealousy. The play discusses the themes of jealousy and racial prejudice.

Twelfth Night

Twelfth Night is a romantic comedy centered around the love triangle of Olivia, Viola and Orsino packed with love, joy, chaos and confusion.

King Lear

A story about the King who became mad after getting betrayed by two of his daughters. The play explores the themes of power, pride and madness.

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