A Comedy of Errors
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A Comedy of Errors is one of William Shakespeare's early plays, known for its humorous and farcical plot. It revolves around two sets of identical twins, separated at birth, who are unaware of each other's existence. The play takes place in Ephesus, where one pair of twins, Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant Dromio of Syracuse, arrive in search of their long-lost brothers. Unbeknownst to them, their twins, Antipholus of Ephesus and Dromio of Ephesus, already reside in the city. A series of mistaken identities and misunderstandings ensue as the characters encounter one another, leading to comical situations and escalating confusion. Throughout the play, Shakespeare masterfully uses slapstick humor, wordplay, and physical comedy to entertain the audience. The mix-ups result in wrongful accusations, wrongful beatings, and wrongful arrests, heightening the absurdity of the narrative. Despite the chaos, the play ultimately resolves with the reunion of the twins and the restoration of order. A Comedy of Errors showcases Shakespeare's early talent for crafting intricate plots and creating engaging, lively characters, setting the stage for his later, more complex works.
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Shakespeare, W., Giuliano, G., & Bell, T. (2024). A Comedy of Errors. Unabridged. [United States], Independently Published.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Shakespeare, William, Geoffrey, Giuliano and The, Bell. 2024. A Comedy of Errors. [United States], Independently Published.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Shakespeare, William, Geoffrey, Giuliano and The, Bell, A Comedy of Errors. [United States], Independently Published, 2024.
MLA Citation (style guide)Shakespeare, William,, et al. A Comedy of Errors. Unabridged. [United States], Independently Published, 2024.
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