Timon: A Play (1842)

By Alexander Dyce

Book Overview

Timon: A Play is a dramatic work written by William Shakespeare and adapted by Alexander Dyce in 1842. It is a tragedy that tells the story of Timon, a wealthy and generous Athenian nobleman who lavishly spends his fortune on his friends and acquaintances, only to find himself betrayed and abandoned when he falls into financial ruin. The play explores themes of friendship, loyalty, greed, and the corrupting influence of money. Timon's descent into misanthropy and his eventual death serve as a cautionary tale about the dangers of excess and the importance of true friendship. Dyce's adaptation of the play includes extensive notes and commentary, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the text and its historical context. Overall, Timon: A Play is a powerful and thought-provoking work that continues to resonate with audiences today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104415704
• ISBN13: 9781104415709
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"