The first titles of the new "Cliffs Complete" series feature the most frequently taught of Shakespeare's plays. Each guide contains sections on the Bard's life and times, an introduction to the play, a character map, a review section, and additional resources for further study. each title.
In the CliffsComplete guides, the novel's complete text and a glossary appear side-by-side with coordinating numbered lines to help you understand unusual words and phrasing. You'll also find all the commentary and resources of a standard CliffsNotes for Literature.

CliffsComplete Hamlet covers details of the most widely produced and critiqued Shakespearean play. Written in poignant language, Hamlet contains all the elements necessary for a good tragedy, including a brave and daring hero who suffers a fatal flaw.

Discover what happens to the complicated cast of characters -- and save valuable studying time -- all at once. Enhance your reading of Hamlet with these additional features:

• A summary and insightful commentary for each chapter
• Bibliography and historical background on the author, William Shakespeare
• A look at Early Modern England historical, intellectual, religious, and social context
• Insight into the play's classical elements and language
• A character map that graphically illustrates the relationships among the characters
• Review questions, a quiz, discussion guide, and activity ideas
• A Resource Center full of books, articles, films, and Web sites

Streamline your literature study with all-in-one help from CliffsComplete guides