Publisher's Synopsis
Falstaff and His Companions is a collection of comedic scenes and dialogues written by William Shakespeare in 1597. The play is centered around the character of Sir John Falstaff, a boisterous and larger-than-life figure who is a frequent companion of Prince Hal. The scenes in the play depict Falstaff and his friends engaging in various antics, such as drinking, gambling, and pursuing romantic interests. The play also explores themes of loyalty, honor, and the nature of friendship. Despite the comedic tone of the play, it is also a commentary on the society of Shakespeare's time, particularly the corruption and decadence of the ruling class. Falstaff and His Companions is widely regarded as one of Shakespeare's most entertaining and enduring works, and has been adapted into numerous stage productions and films.Translated By C. C. Shackford.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.