The Merry Wives of Windsor by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Editor Clark, William George, 1821-1878
Editor Glover, John, librarian of Trinity College, Cambridge
Title The Merry Wives of Windsor
The Works of William Shakespeare [Cambridge Edition] [9 vols.]
Note Reading ease score: 94.0 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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Summary "The Merry Wives of Windsor" by William Shakespeare is a comedic play written in the late 16th century. The story revolves around Sir John Falstaff, a comical knight who has decided to woo two wealthy married women, Mistress Ford and Mistress Page, aiming to improve his financial situation. The misadventures of Falstaff and the clever reactions of the women set the stage for a humorous exploration of love, jealousy, and deception. At the start of the play, we are introduced to several key characters as they engage in humorous banter. Justice Shallow, Slender, and Sir Hugh Evans discuss a potential marriage between Slender and Anne Page. Meanwhile, Falstaff plots to seduce both Mistress Ford and Mistress Page, believing this will secure him access to their husbands' wealth. As the scene unfolds, we witness the setup for a comedic rivalry where the women, aware of Falstaff’s intentions, devise a plan to outsmart him. The opening portion establishes the lively atmosphere of Windsor and hints at the ensuing chaos brought on by Falstaff's misguided pursuits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Comedies
Subject Falstaff, John, Sir (Fictitious character) -- Drama
Subject Married women -- Drama
Subject Windsor (Berkshire, England) -- Drama
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EBook-No. 23044
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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