Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare

Romeo and Juliet

William Shakespeare

Level
B1
Words
26,379
Chapters
31
First published
1597
Reading time
about 3 hours
Translation
published human translation, pre-aligned

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In the city of Verona, two prominent families, the Montagues and Capulets, are locked in a bitter feud. Amidst this ancient hatred, Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet meet by chance and fall instantly in love. Their families' animosity creates an insurmountable barrier to their union, forcing them to conceal their relationship and make desperate choices. The play's rich poetic language and dramatic dialogue offer advanced learners an opportunity to explore Shakespearean English.

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