Alphabetically arranged, this concise, illustrated dictionary is an up-to-date and accessible reference to Shakespeare's life, works, and their performance.

Simon Palfrey offers a fresh insight into the difficulties and excesses of Shakespeare's drama and language. Written primarily for students making the transition from school to university, the book aims both to demystify and illuminate the study of Shakespeare.

This companion presents Shakespeare as a pioneering author of poems and plays, one who remains committed to the intersection of the poetical with the theatrical within the English and European tradition both on stage and page.

Featuring full coverage of all 38 plays, this guide to the works of William Shakespeare includes a synopsis, character list, stage history and full critical essay for each play. It also includes a brief summary of Shakespeare's life, as well as an account of how each play was originally performed.