A Midsummer Night's Dream

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I haven't read it but I'm a fan of Shakespeare's and would love to read it.
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I don't know if it was because of having to at school, but I never got on with reading Shakespear. However, I do enjoy watching the plays performed.

I have seen "A Midsummer Night's Dream" performed a number of times. One of the strangest was at the National Theatre in London in the early 90's I think - the action took place on a bed in a pool of water. (And it was actual water - the front rows were issued with plastic covering to protect against splashing.)
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Hi new to the forum and love Shakespeare's works. He was definitely one of the forerunners of modern English. Yes, A Midsummer Night's Dream was an excellent play. But, in the context of so many, many works, it's hard to say which I like best. I think Henry the Fourth for character development and English royal scheming (still happening today) and also for his stance on the true meaning of war and compatriots.
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I think this book is an interesting and beautiful poetry novel, as well as a charming and intelligent comedy novel. It makes us realize that love is a magical and complex force that allows us to see different worlds and become different selves.
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Greetings, fellow enthusiasts of classic literature! I've recently delved into the captivating world of A Midsummer Night's Dream, penned by the legendary Shakespeare, and it has left me utterly enchanted. The tale exudes a whimsical charm and masterfully displays Shakespeare's inimitable sense of humor. Have any of you had the pleasure of immersing yourselves in its pages?

Furthermore, I'm curious to know which literary masterpiece holds a special place in your heart. Personally, I must confess that Macbeth reigns as my all-time favorite. Its gripping narrative and profound exploration of human nature continue to enthrall me.

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I delved into Shakespeare's works at the age of eight, beginning with Lamb Tales from Shakespeare, a comprehensive book that condensed some of his most renowned plays for easier reading. Among these stories, A Midsummer Night's Dream captivated me the most, becoming a personal favorite. As time passed, I challenged myself to tackle the original works written in the complex and archaic Old English language, which proved to be quite demanding. Undeniably, these works are timeless classics. Alongside A Midsummer Night's Dream, I also hold a deep admiration for Macbeth, The Tempest, Twelfth Night, and Othello, as they have left a lasting impression on me.
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How do you all read Shakespeare and comprehend what's written? I mean it's possible, but only when I read the text a second time. That's exactly how it was for me as I read "A Midsummer Night's Dream". I understood most of it, well I had to, 'cause I had to pass my exams, but toward the end, I got so confused, lol. It made me laugh several times when I did understand, other times, I'd just breeze through wondering exactly what Shakespeare meant by that part of the text. It's still a nice story, humorous indeed.
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Now that I think about it...Is that how they spoke then? Who taught Shakespaere English, and how exactly did it morph from what he spoke to what we speak today? I'm grateful it did morph, don't get me wrong, but how did it happen and who made it happen?
These are all such random questions...
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Yeah! We read it during school and honestly I don't remember much about it. Still, I believe it was a good one. Based on my memory, it is a comedic play which portrays the adventures of four young lovers and a group of actors who were stranded in a magical forest inhabited by fairies.
The play explores themes of love, illusion, and the whimsical nature of reality. What captured my attention was the comedy in this play. For instance, when Puck said: "Lord, what fools these mortals be!" :mrgreen:
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. A Midsummer Night's Dream was one of my favorite stories. Years later, I decided to read the original work published in the serious difficult Old English and it was tough going for me
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I read it during my college days. It's one of the most hilarious works from Shakespeare. I just love the confusion and chaos.

I also love King Lear and Twelfth Night.
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A Midsummer Night Dream is my favourite Shakespeare's book. On like Romeo and Juliet this book is comedy packed
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream is my all-time favorite, followed by Taming of the Shrew. I didn’t care about any other Shakespeare work, but these two titles made me laugh and I still remember their stories a decade later.
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I have not read this book yet but from the comments I think I need to check it out.
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I read the name of this book somewhere for sure but i didn't happen to read it so it's definitely on my want to read list
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