This series offers students and teachers the power and eloquence of Shakespeare's plays with tools that can help make his work more accessible and meaningful. Each volume provides the complete play text side-by-side with explanatory notes. In addition, there is a general introduction to the life and work of Shakespeare, a brief treatment of an aspect of his language, background material on the Globe Theatre, as well as specific information on the play itself. Comprehensive questions and writing asssignments for each act enhance understanding of the play.