William Shakespeare Collection 6 Book Box Set with Journal - Classics & Literary Fiction - Hardcover

Titles in This Set
The Comedies Volume 1
The Comedies Volume 2
The Tragedies Volume 1
The Tragedies Volume 2
The Histories Volume 1
The Histories Volume 2
Specially Designed Journal

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
Age Range: Adult / All Ages

Overview
Discover the enduring brilliance of England's greatest dramatist in this handsome six-volume hardcover collection, paired with a specially designed companion journal. Organized into Comedies, Tragedies, and Histories across two volumes each, this set gathers fifteen of Shakespeare's most celebrated plays in one cohesive library. Whether you're a longtime devotee of the Bard, a student building a reference shelf, or searching for a distinguished literary gift, this collection delivers timeless storytelling in a durable, shelf-worthy format built to be read, annotated, and revisited for years to come.

About the Books
This six-volume hardcover set divides Shakespeare's dramatic canon into three thematic pairs, making it easy to navigate his vast body of work by genre. The two Comedies volumes bring together his wittiest, most spirited plays, full of mistaken identities, clever wordplay, and joyful resolutions. The two Tragedies volumes collect his most profound and emotionally resonant works, exploring ambition, jealousy, fate, and the darker corners of the human heart. The two Histories volumes trace the turbulent reigns of English monarchs, dramatizing power struggles, war, and political intrigue with Shakespeare's signature insight into leadership and legacy. Rounding out the set is a specially designed journal, giving readers a dedicated space to jot down favorite quotes, reflections, essay notes, or personal interpretations as they work through each play. Together, the volumes and journal create a complete reading experience: structured enough for serious study, yet inviting enough for casual, pleasurable reading. The hardcover bindings are sturdy and built to withstand repeated use, making this an ideal set for a home library, classroom shelf, or dorm room desk. Each play stands on its own, but reading them side by side within their genre groupings reveals recurring themes, character types, and stylistic techniques that Shakespeare refined across his career. For anyone looking to deepen their appreciation of English literature's most influential playwright, this collection offers both breadth and depth in a beautifully packaged, display-worthy format.

Key Benefits

• Six durable hardcover volumes covering Comedies, Tragedies, and Histories
• Includes a specially designed companion journal for notes and reflections
• Organized by genre for easier study, comparison, and discovery
• Sturdy bindings built to last through repeated reading and annotation
• A distinguished gift for students, teachers, theatre lovers, and literature fans
• A complete, shelf-worthy addition to any home or classroom library

Book-by-Book Guide
The Comedies Volume 1 — Collects a first grouping of Shakespeare's lighthearted plays filled with mistaken identity and romantic misadventure.
The Comedies Volume 2 — Continues the comedic canon with further tales of wit, disguise, and happy resolution.
The Tragedies Volume 1 — Opens the tragic canon with plays exploring ambition, betrayal, and downfall.
The Tragedies Volume 2 — Completes the tragic volumes with further explorations of fate and human frailty.
The Histories Volume 1 — Dramatizes the reigns and conflicts of English monarchs in Shakespeare's historical cycle.
The Histories Volume 2 — Concludes the historical plays, tracing further struggles for the English crown.
Specially Designed Journal — A dedicated notebook for recording quotes, reflections, and personal insights while reading.

About the Author
William Shakespeare (1564–1616) was an English playwright, poet, and actor widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's preeminent dramatist. Born in Stratford-upon-Avon, he wrote dozens of plays spanning comedy, tragedy, and history, along with sonnets and narrative poems that continue to shape literature, theatre, and popular culture centuries later. His works are among the most quoted, performed, and studied in history, translated into every major language and continually reinterpreted on stages and screens around the world.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This hardcover Shakespeare set brings together comedy, tragedy, and history in one cohesive library, complete with a journal for personal reflection. It's a thoughtful graduation gift, a sturdy classroom resource, or a holiday season treat for the literature lover who wants the Bard's greatest works on permanent display.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.