Love's Labour's Lost

King Ferdinand and his three friends, Biron, Longaville, and Dumain, plan to study philosophy for the next three years. During their academic pursuits, they must vow to sleep only three hours a night and not let any woman within a mile of court. These strict rules will prevent any distractions from their work-but their promises are soon put to the test when a princess and her three companions arrive for a state visit. This Standard Ebooks edition is based on William George Clark and William Aldis Wright's 1887 Victoria edition, which is taken from the Globe edition. Perfect for readers who love Shakespeare's witty wordplay and romantic comedies, this delightful tale of scholarly vows versus the power of love showcases the Bard at his most playful and clever. With its charming battle of the sexes and brilliant dialogue, Love's Labour's Lost delivers all the humor, romance, and linguistic brilliance that make Shakespeare's comedies timelessly entertaining.