Collection: William Shakespeare Books
Step into the world of William Shakespeare with our collection of antique & vintage books, and literary classics by the greatest playwright and poet in the English language. Renowned for timeless works such as Hamlet, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Shakespeare’s plays and sonnets continue to captivate audiences with their profound insight into human nature, love, ambition, and tragedy. His writing has shaped literature, theatre, and culture for centuries, making his books treasured classics for readers and collectors alike.
“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.”
- William Shakespeare, As You Like It
About William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare (1564–1616) is celebrated as one of the most influential writers in history. His works encompass a vast range of genres, from comedies and histories to tragedies and romances. Shakespeare’s mastery of language, character, and storytelling has left an indelible mark on literature and continues to inspire readers, actors, and scholars around the world.
William Shakespeare Books in Our Collection
Our collection features a variety of antique books, vintage editions, and collectable volumes by William Shakespeare. Whether you’re exploring his iconic plays or delving into his poetic sonnets, these books offer a window into the genius of a literary titan.
Browse Our William Shakespeare Books
Whether you’re a lifelong admirer of William Shakespeare or new to his works, our selection of vintage books, old books, and collectable editions offers something for every reader and collector. You might also enjoy exploring our collections of Poetry Books & Plays or other classic authors such as T. S. Eliot and Robert Burns.
All of our William Shakespeare books are carefully described and sourced, so you can buy with confidence from J.W.B Books. Whether you’re building your collection, searching for a thoughtful gift, or simply love classic literature, you’ll find something special in our selection.
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Shakespeare and The Revolution of the Times Perspectives and Commentaries By Harry Levin 1976
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Shakespeare and His Critics By F.E. Halliday 1949 Signed Limited Edition
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Radical Tragedy Religion, Ideology and Power In The Drama of Shakespeare and His Contemporaries By Jonathan Dollimore 1986
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Racine and Shakespeare By Stendhal Translated By Guy Daniels 1962
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Players Of Shakespeare Essays In Shakespearean Performance By Twelve Players With The Royal Shakespeare Company 1985
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On Some Of Shakespeare's Female Characters By Helena Faucit, Lady Martin 1887
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Notes and Emendations To The Text of Shakespeare's Plays From Early Manuscript Corrections In A Copy of the Folio 1632
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Moffatt's Edition Of Shakespeare's Julius Caesar 4th Edition
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Francis Bacon Wrote Shakespeare, The Arguments Pro and Con Frankly Dealt With by H. Crouch Batchelor, 1912
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A Shakespearean Anomaly Shakespeare's Hand In "Sir John Oldcastle" By Mark Dominik 1991
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