Love’s Labour’s Lost by William Shakespeare
In this comedic play, the King of Navarre and his three noble friends take an oath to devote themselves to three years of study, swearing off the company of women. However, their resolve is quickly tested when the Princess of France and her three ladies arrive on a diplomatic mission. The men fall comically in love with the women, leading to a series of witty exchanges and playful deceptions. As the men vie for the women's affections, they grapple with the tension between lofty ideals and earthly desires. The play culminates in an unexpected turn that defers the promise of resolution, leaving the characters to contemplate the more serious sides of life and love.
The 4473rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1598
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- 26,390
- Original Language
- English
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- 8th on From Oedipus to The History Boys: Michael Billington's 101 greatest plays (The Guardian)
- 1010th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)