{"product_id":"much-ado-about-nothing-9780743482752","title":"Much ADO about Nothing","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe authoritative edition of \u003ci\u003eMuch Ado About Nothing\u003c\/i\u003e from the \u003cstrong\u003eFolger Shakespeare Library\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e--the most trusted Shakespeare series for students, educators, and general readers--offers a complete, accessible resource for exploring one of \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Shakespeare's best-known romantic comedies\u003cb\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA favorite on stage and in classrooms, \u003ci\u003eMuch Ado About Nothing\u003c\/i\u003e presents two contrasting love stories: the impulsive romance between Hero and Claudio, threatened by deception from the scheming Don John, and the witty, slow-burn relationship between Beatrice and Benedick, whose verbal sparring conceals deep affection. Set in Elizabethan England, this richly layered comedy combines mistaken identity, honor, betrayal, and emotional redemption. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis Folger Shakespeare Library edition features the highly praised side-by-side format with explanatory notes and language guides--ideal for students and anyone new to Shakespeare's plays. Edited from the best early printed text, this edition includes: \u003cbr\u003e - The exact text of the printed play for easy reference\u003cbr\u003e - Hundreds of hyperlinked notes for fast navigation\u003cbr\u003e - A modern introduction to reading Shakespeare's language\u003cbr\u003e - Scene-by-scene plot summaries and analysis\u003cbr\u003e - A guide to Shakespeare's most famous lines and phrases\u003cbr\u003e - A new essay by Gail Kern Paster, offering a contemporary perspective on the play\u003cbr\u003e - Rare archival images from the Folger Shakespeare Library's world-renowned collection\u003cbr\u003e - An annotated guide for further reading and research \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Folger Shakespeare Library, located in Washington, DC, is home to the largest collection of Shakespeare materials and serves as a hub for scholars and fans alike. With public exhibitions, performances, and educational programs, the Folger is an unparalleled resource for appreciating Shakespearean drama in the modern age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e William Shakespeare\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Simon \u0026amp; Schuster\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/01\/2004\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeries:\u003c\/b\u003e Folger Shakespeare Library\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 304\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.4lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.60h x 4.10w x 1.00d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780743482752\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Ripon Bookstore","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44150931062829,"sku":"9780743482752","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/0501\/1245\/files\/img_56a4f626-ae96-4538-99e9-4993b23fce89.jpg?v=1757339827","url":"https:\/\/riponbookstore.com\/products\/much-ado-about-nothing-9780743482752","provider":"Ripon Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}