The Signet Classics edition of William Shakespeare's comedic play about two enduring human illusions—the dream of a simple life and the ideal of romantic love.
Banished from her uncle's court, young princess Rosalind disguises herself as a farmer and encounters a memorable cast of characters—including her love Orlando—in the Forest of Arden in this witty, subversive comedy.
This revised Signet Classics edition includes unique features such as:
• An overview of Shakespeare's life, world, and theater • A special introduction to the play by the editor, Albert Gilman • Selections from Thomas Lodge's Rosalynd, the source from which Shakespeare derived As You Like It • Dramatic criticism from Arthur Colby Sprague, Helen Gardener, and others • A comprehensive stage and screen history of notable actors, directors, and productions • Text, notes, and commentaries printed in the clearest, most readable text • And more...
William Shakespeare (1564–1616) was a poet, playwright, and actor who is widely regarded as one of the most influential writers in the history of the English language. Often referred to as the Bard of Avon, Shakespeare's vast body of work includes comedic, tragic, and historical plays; poems; and 154 sonnets. His dramatic works have been translated into every major language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright.
Learn more about William Shakespeare
As You Like It - William Shakespeare - Edited by Albert Gilman Arthur Colby Sprague: From Shakespeare and the Actors Helen Gardner: ?As You Like It? Peter B. Erickson: From Sexual Politics and Social Structure in ?As You Like It? Sylvan Barnet: ?As You Like It? on the Stage
NEWLY ADDED ESSAYS: Jean E. Howard: Cross-dressing in ?As You Like It?
Educator Guide for As You Like It
Classroom-based guides appropriate
for schools and colleges provide pre-reading and classroom
activities, discussion questions connected to the
curriculum, further reading, and resources. Many guides are
correlated to Common Core State Standards (CCSS).
The Signet Classics edition of William Shakespeare's comedic play about two enduring human illusions—the dream of a simple life and the ideal of romantic love.
Banished from her uncle's court, young princess Rosalind disguises herself as a farmer and encounters a memorable cast of characters—including her love Orlando—in the Forest of Arden in this witty, subversive comedy.
This revised Signet Classics edition includes unique features such as:
• An overview of Shakespeare's life, world, and theater • A special introduction to the play by the editor, Albert Gilman • Selections from Thomas Lodge's Rosalynd, the source from which Shakespeare derived As You Like It • Dramatic criticism from Arthur Colby Sprague, Helen Gardener, and others • A comprehensive stage and screen history of notable actors, directors, and productions • Text, notes, and commentaries printed in the clearest, most readable text • And more...
Author
William Shakespeare (1564–1616) was a poet, playwright, and actor who is widely regarded as one of the most influential writers in the history of the English language. Often referred to as the Bard of Avon, Shakespeare's vast body of work includes comedic, tragic, and historical plays; poems; and 154 sonnets. His dramatic works have been translated into every major language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright.
Learn more about William Shakespeare
Table of Contents
As You Like It - William Shakespeare - Edited by Albert Gilman Arthur Colby Sprague: From Shakespeare and the Actors Helen Gardner: ?As You Like It? Peter B. Erickson: From Sexual Politics and Social Structure in ?As You Like It? Sylvan Barnet: ?As You Like It? on the Stage
NEWLY ADDED ESSAYS: Jean E. Howard: Cross-dressing in ?As You Like It?
Guides
Educator Guide for As You Like It
Classroom-based guides appropriate for
schools and colleges provide pre-reading and classroom
activities, discussion questions connected to the curriculum,
further reading, and resources. Many guides are correlated to
Common Core State Standards (CCSS).