The Complete Works Of Shakespeare
Edited by W.J. Craig
Published at University Press: London 1926
Prize Leather Bindings With Marbled Text Block & Endpapers
"The Complete Works Of Shakespeare brings together the entire dramatic and poetic canon of William Shakespeare in a handsome and practical single-volume edition edited by the distinguished scholar W. J. Craig. Long regarded as one of the most respected compact Shakespeare editions of the early twentieth century, Craig's editorial work provides readers with a carefully prepared text accompanied by a useful glossary and explanatory notes. The volume encompasses Shakespeare's celebrated tragedies, comedies, histories and poems, preserving the breadth and enduring influence of the world's most famous playwright.
Published by Oxford University Press in 1926, this edition reflects the academic standards for which the Press became renowned. Designed to serve both students and general readers, it offers an authoritative and accessible presentation of Shakespeare's works while retaining the literary richness and dramatic power that have captivated audiences for centuries. From Hamlet and Macbeth to A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Tempest, the volume provides a comprehensive gateway into the foundations of English literature.
This particular copy is especially attractive, being bound in elegant prize leather with elaborate gilt decoration, marbled endpapers and a beautifully marbled text block. Adding further interest is the 1926 prize presentation plate from The Geelong Church of England Grammar School, awarded as a Divinity Prize, providing a tangible connection to one of Victoria's most historic educational institutions. Combining literary significance, fine craftsmanship and Australian educational provenance, this is a highly desirable example of a classic Oxford Shakespeare edition."
Light wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. Geelong Grammar prize plate present. Pages clean, crisp and bright. A stunning copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
