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Once There Was a War
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SKU: 9780143104797
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“Once There Was a War” offers a captivating exploration of Shakespeare’s historical plays, delving into the dramatic world of kings, battles, and political intrigue. Edited by A. R. Braunmuller, Stephen Orgel, Eli Reynolds, and William Shakespeare himself, this Penguin Classic provides a fresh perspective on timeless works. Experience the power and poetry of Shakespeare’s history plays as they come alive in this edition.
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Bhawna Arya –
I did not enjoy the book. While some plays were amazing, some felt too slow. I would not recommend this book.
Souvik Kumar Mondal –
The book felt a little dry at times. Some notes felt unnecessary. It does, however, do a great job of covering the plays.
Prateek Sahni –
I really enjoyed reading this book. The editing and notes provided great insight and analysis, making complex text accessible.
Ansh Arora –
The quality of the plays is top tier, but the notes could be improved. I found myself researching other sources for context.
Shubham Pandey –
Good, but could be better. I wish the book included a few more plays, but overall it was an enjoyable read.
Danish Shafi –
A solid collection of Shakespeare’s history plays. The introductions were helpful, but sometimes felt a bit dense. Overall, a good read.
Garvit Rajora –
The battles and political drama kept me hooked. However, some of the language was hard to follow.
Adarsh Sirmour –
I found some plays more engaging than others, but overall, a worthwhile read for Shakespeare enthusiasts.
Biprajit Mazumder –
A valuable resource for Shakespeare scholars. The editing is thorough, and the introductions are insightful.
Asad Aqeel –
Shakespeare at his finest. This collection captures the essence of power, ambition, and human flaws.
Gurpreet Singh –
Excellent edition with helpful notes and commentary. A must-have for any Shakespeare lover’s collection.
Shubhamkar Barman –
Amazing book, but the physical book is way too big to carry around. If you want to buy it, get the e-book.
Monika Vemala –
An excellent resource, perfect for students! I highly recommend.
Debdeep Paul –
Excellent resource for studying Shakespeare’s historical works. The editing is top-notch, though I wish there were more footnotes.
Swapnil Kumar –
This compilation of Shakespeare’s plays is fantastic. A must-read for anyone interested in history.
Manoj Singh –
A very insightful exploration of the historical plays, the book provides a refreshing look at timeless classics, I recommend this to everyone.
Nandini –
Enjoyed revisiting these plays. Some were more engaging than others, but the overall quality is undeniable. A worthwhile addition to any Shakespeare library.
Divyansh Agarwal –
A bit dense, but rewarding. The historical context provided deepens the understanding of the plays.
Aditi Bhardwaj –
A decent collection of Shakespeare’s historical plays. I needed more context for some of the plays, but overall not bad.
Shozab Ghazi Naqvi –
A great addition to my Shakespeare collection. The book gives a refreshing look to the plays that feel old and new.
Yati Vinayaka –
Not a bad collection, but other collections exist that provide more helpful notes. I would only recommend it if you can get it on sale.
Ajay Deepak Nakil –
Some plays were amazing! The book provides great context. However, some plays felt a little repetitive in theme.