Titus Andronicus (Annotated Edition)

A play of revenge, violence, and power — Shakespeare’s Titus Andronicus is his earliest and most shocking tragedy, infamous for its brutality and raw energy. This annotated edition makes the play clear and approachable with What’s Just Happened recaps after every scene, Context Snacks on Roman history, Elizabethan revenge drama, and performance history, plus detailed analysis after the text. Character portraits (Titus, Tamora, Aaron, Lavinia), unpacked themes (revenge, violence, family, race, power), and key quotes with commentary are paired with critical perspectives, making this edition valuable for students, teachers, performers, and general readers.