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Table of Contents

Introduction
About the Play
Leading Characters in the Play
Synopsis
Romeo and Juliet: Commentary
Shakespeare's Verse
Source, Text, and Date
Characters in the Play
Romeo and Juliet
Extracts from Romeus and Juliet
Background
England in 1597
Government
Religion
Education
Language
Drama
Theatre
William Shakespeare, 1564-1616
Approximate Dates of Composition of Shakespeare's works
Exploring Romeo and Juliet in the classroom
Ways into the Play
Setting the Scene
Keeping Track of the Action
Characters
Themes
Shakespeare's Language
Exploring with Drama
Writing about Romeo and Juliet
Further Reading and Resources

About the Author

Roma Gill, the series editor, has taught Shakespeare at all levels. She has acted in and directed Shakespeare's plays, and has lectured on Shakespeare all over the world.

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