The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare early in his career about two young Italian star-crossed lovers whose deaths ultimately reconcile their feuding families. It was among Shakespeares most popular plays during his lifetime and along with Hamlet is one of his most frequently performed plays. Romeo and Juliet is an early tragedy by William Shakespeare about two teenage star-crossed lovers. ... Along with Hamlet it is one of Shakespeares most frequently performed plays and is considered by many to be the worlds most iconic love story. It was among Shakespeares most popular plays during his lifetime.