Pericles, Prince of Tyre

The narrative follows Pericles, who faces tragedy when his wife dies during childbirth at sea. He entrusts his daughter, Marina, to the Governor of Tarsus, only for her to be caught in a deadly plot by the Governor's jealous wife years later. The story unfolds with themes of loss, survival, and family reunion, narrated by the historical poet John Gower. This edition also includes a new biography of Shakespeare, highlighting his legacy as a preeminent playwright and poet in English literature.