Classic Literature· United Kingdom
Five Great Comedies (As You Like It / Merchant of Venice / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest / Twelfth Night)
by William ShakespeareAggregate Editorial Score30/100
Kirkus Reviews
Published 1941English
Buy on Amazon → About This Book
Five Great Comedies (As You Like It / Merchant of Venice / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest / Twelfth Night) by William Shakespeare is a landmark work of classic literature, first published in 1941. A cornerstone of the literary canon, Five Great Comedies (As You Like It / Merchant of Venice / Midsummer Night's Dream / Tempest / Twelfth Night) (1941) by William Shakespeare continues to resonate with readers worldwide.
Book Details
About the Category
🏛️ Classic Literature
Enduring works that have shaped world literature across centuries.
Explore all Classic Literature books →Country of Origin
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
This book is part of United Kingdom's rich literary tradition.
Explore books from United Kingdom →Editorial Assessment
William Shakespeare's 'Five Great Comedies' showcases the playwright's unparalleled ability to intertwine humor with profound themes of love, identity, and transformation. Each play—ranging from the whimsical enchantments of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' to the poignant social critique in 'The Merchant of Venice'—demonstrates Shakespeare's mastery of language and character. This collection not only highlights the versatility of comedic form but also invites reflection on the complexities of human nature, securing its place in the canon of Western literature.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
Awards & Recognition
Kirkus Reviews
notable · national
194130
William Shakespeare is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of classic literature.
What to Read Next
literary-fiction
The Remains of the Day
Kazuo Ishiguro· 1989
★Nobel Prize in Literature★Booker Prize
Editorial Score100/100
literary-fiction
The Tin Drum
Günter Grass· 1999
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Editorial Score98/100
literary-fiction
Celestial Bodies
Jokha Alharthi· 2010
★Booker Prize
Editorial Score93/100
literary-fiction
The Grapes of Wrath
John Steinbeck· 1962
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Editorial Score90/100
literary-fiction
Beloved
Toni Morrison· 1993
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Editorial Score85/100
literary-fiction
The Green House
Mario Vargas Llosa· 1966
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Editorial Score84/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Popular on 50 Best Books
Best Science Fiction Books of All TimeScience FictionBooker Prize Winners — Complete List & GuideLiterary PrizesNobel Prize in Literature — Every Winner Since 1901Literary PrizesClassic Literature Reading List — 50 Essential BooksReading GuidesBest Books for Beginners — 20 Easy Reads for New BookloversReading Guides