Measure for Measure
Measure for Measure by William Shakespeare, published by Penguin Books in 1997, is a classic drama that explores themes of justice and morality. This edition contains 124 pages and is presented in English. The narrative unfolds in Vienna, where Angelo, acting as a temporary governor, imposes a harsh sentence on Claudio for his premarital relations with Julietta, leading to a moral dilemma when Claudio’s sister, Isabella, pleads for his life.
Readers will find a complex interplay of power and virtue as Isabella confronts Angelo’s proposition to spare her brother in exchange for her compliance. The play delves into issues of authority, sexual politics, and the nature of justice, making it a significant work within the European drama tradition. This edition offers a concise yet profound look at Shakespeare’s exploration of human behavior and societal norms.
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While temporarily governing Vienna, Angelo sentences Claudio to death for making his betrothed Julietta pregnant. When Claudio’s sister Isabella – a novice nun – begs for his release, the seemingly virtuous Angelo offers to spare his life only if Isabella will consent to be his mistress.
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