"Measure for Measure" by William Shakespeare is a dark comedy exploring themes of justice, morality, and mercy. The Duke of Vienna temporarily leaves, deputizing Angelo to enforce strict laws. Angelo condemns Claudio to death for premarital sex. Isabella, Claudio's sister, pleads for mercy. Angelo, consumed by desire, proposes a corrupt bargain. The Duke, disguised as a friar, intervenes, exposing Angelo's hypocrisy. The play navigates moral dilemmas, showcasing Shakespeare's intricate examination of human flaws, redemption, and the complex nature of justice.

© 2011 William Collins (Ljudbok): 9780007424078
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Ljudbok: 6 januari 2011
E-bok: 15 september 2015