As You Like It: Shakespeare’s Play on Love and Romance

As You Like It is a romantic comedy composed in the style of a Christian comedy highlighting themes such as brotherly love marital unity and the restoration of religion in general. The plays narrative which is mostly set in the Forest of Arden focuses on pastiche as a space for meditation and introspection allowing the protagonists to alter their ways. Rosalind one of Shakespeares best female characters is portrayed in this play which centres around the love and play of four lovers Orlando-Rosalind Oliver-Celia. When Duke Ferdinand exiles Rosalind to the Forest of Arden his daughter Celia joins her. They meet several noteworthy personalities in the wilderness while disguised as Ganymede and Aliena. This drama of fabrication gender reversals exile and homoeroticism is a complete delight full of enchantment liveliness peace joy and hilarity. It continues to be a popular among readers all across the world.