Troilus and Cressida (Annotated Edition)
Scene-by-scene “What’s Just Happened”, Context Snacks, key quotes, themes & critics
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A play of love, war, and disillusion — Shakespeare’s Troilus and Cressida is one of his most complex and cynical works, blending romance with satire on heroism. This annotated edition makes the play clear and accessible with What’s Just Happened recaps after every scene, Context Snacks on the Trojan War, Elizabethan politics, and performance history, plus detailed analysis after the text. Character portraits (Troilus, Cressida, Hector, Ulysses, Achilles), unpacked themes (love, betrayal, war, honour, cynicism), and key quotes with commentary are paired with critical perspectives, making this a versatile edition for students, teachers, performers, and general readers.
