by William Shakespeare (Author)
The Tempest is William Shakespeare's enchanting drama of magic, reconciliation, and the restoration of order. Set upon a remote island, the play follows Prospero, the rightful Duke of Milan, who has lived in exile for years after being betrayed by his brother and cast adrift at sea with his young daughter, Miranda.
Armed with learning, wisdom, and powerful command of the island's supernatural forces, Prospero summons a great storm that wrecks the ship carrying those who once wronged him. As the survivors wander the island, illusions, enchantments, and strange encounters lead them toward a reckoning with their past actions. Through the airy spirit Ariel and the conflicted islander Caliban, Shakespeare explores themes of power, freedom, and the limits of authority.
Often regarded as one of Shakespeare's final plays, The Tempest blends romance, comedy, and philosophical reflection. Its meditation on forgiveness, transformation, and the relinquishing of power gives the play a distinctive emotional depth, making it one of the most enduring and widely performed works in the Shakespearean canon.
Author Biography
William Shakespeare (1564 - 1616) was an English playwright, renowned by many as the world's greatest writer in the English Language. Among his plays are "Romeo and Juliet," "Hamlet," "Macbeth" to name but a few.
Number of Pages: 86
Dimensions: 0.38 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: April 03, 2018
