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WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (1564-1616)

Mr. William Shakespeares comedies, histories, & tragedies : published according to the true originall copies.

1623

RCIN 1047467

This, the first collected edition of Shakespeare’s plays, holds a celebrated place in English letters and no other literary work has been the subject of so much study and consideration. It is critical for Shakespeare’s legacy: 18 of his plays might never have been printed were it not for this edition, and it was assiduously collected by every subsequent generation. George IV added this copy to the Royal Library and the covers bear his arms.

    The income from your ticket contributes directly to The Royal Collection Trust, a registered charity. The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.