Description
Hardcover is in good condition besides wear along the spine. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure. Former library book has some markings and labels from library.
This vintage hardcover edition of William Shakespeare’s “The Life of Timon of Athens” offers a fascinating glimpse into one of the Bard’s lesser-known yet compelling plays. Originally published in the First Folio of 1623, this tragic satire explores themes of wealth, friendship, and the corrupting nature of greed. Shakespeare’s sharp wit and keen observations on human nature shine through in this biting critique of Athenian society. While not as celebrated as his renowned tragedies, “Timon of Athens” provides a thought-provoking commentary on the fickleness of fortune and the dangers of excessive generosity. This ex-library copy bears the charming patina of its institutional past, with markings and labels that hint at the play’s enduring relevance and the many readers who have turned its well-worn pages. A must-have for Shakespeare enthusiasts and collectors seeking to delve into the Bard’s lesser-explored works.
