As You Like It

<b>The Signet Classics edition of William Shakespeare's comedic play about two enduring human illusions--the dream of a simple life and the ideal of romantic love. </b> <p/>Banished from her uncle's court young princess Rosalind disguises herself as a farmer and encounters a memorable cast of characters--including her love Orlando--in the Forest of Arden in this witty subversive comedy. <p/>This revised Signet Classics edition includes unique features such as: <p/> - An overview of Shakespeare's life world and theater<br> - A special introduction to the play by the editor Albert Gilman<br>- Selections from Thomas Lodge's <i>Rosalynd</i> the source from which Shakespeare derived <i>As You Like It</i><br> - Dramatic criticism from Arthur Colby Sprague Helen Gardener and others<br> - A comprehensive stage and screen history of notable actors directors and productions<br> - Text notes and commentaries printed in the clearest most readable text<br> - And more...