RICHARD II WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE

Immerse yourself in the world of intrigue and political games with the drama "Richard II" by William Shakespeare. This expanded edition, in a new graphic design, offers an even deeper understanding of the classic of English literature. Learn about the fate of a king who loses power and struggles with the consequences of his decisions.

• Strong and fluid translation by Piotr Kamiński
• Insightful introduction and commentary by Anna Cetera-Włodarczyk
• Beautiful graphic design by Maciej Buszewicz
• Contains footnotes, a list of translations and performances of Richard II on the Polish stage
• Analysis of the side effects of political pragmatism
• Edition in hardcover with dust jacket

"Richard II" is a play about power, ambition and the consequences of political choices. Shakespeare shows us the portrait of a king who, on the one hand, is convinced of his divine legitimacy to rule, and on the other hand, turns out to be weak and unable to exercise power. This drama is a psychological study of a ruler who loses everything he possessed and must face his own weaknesses.

This expanded edition offers the reader even more than just the text of the drama itself. Thanks to the insightful introduction and commentary by Anna Cetera-Włodarczyk, we can better understand the historical and cultural context in which this work was created. In addition, the footnotes and the list of translations and performances of Richard II on the Polish stage allow for an even deeper immersion in the world of this drama.

The University of Warsaw Publishing House presents the reader with an edition that combines high translation quality, insightful analysis and beautiful graphic design. This is a must-read for every lover of literature, theater and history. Let yourself be carried away by the story of King Richard II and discover universal truths about power, ambition and human nature. This book is a true feast for the mind and soul that will stay with you long after you finish reading.