“This edition of The Tempest is based directly on the First Folio of 1623. Spelling and punctuation have been standardized, but certain forms of words remain as in the original if they sound distinctly different from modern forms, such as an for if.” [Colophon]
Contents
The Inhabitants / Katie Kitamura -- The Tempest / William Shakespeare -- List of Works
Summary Note
"Likely the last play written entirely by Shakespeare, 'The Tempest' brings together various themes the bard explored in his prior plays, including magic, revenge and forgiveness, order and society, and nature versus art. The shipwreck and remote island, the spirits, and the dukes and their children, offer rich material for Wylie's works on paper and canvas. As the third title in David Zwirner Books's Seeing Shakespeare series, this book pairs a complex narrative with equally layered works by a contemporary artist who approaches the play and art-making from a unique perspective." [Publishers website].