The Comedy of Errors

Autor*innen

• William Shakespeare

Parameter

• 124 Seiten
• 5 Lesestunden

• Belletristik
• Kunst & Kultur
• Theater
• Weltliteratur

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Mistaken identity and slapstick humor drive the plot of this farcical comedy, showcasing Shakespeare's early mastery of comedy. Notably, it adheres to the Aristotelian principle of unity of time, unfolding within a single 24-hour period. The play has inspired countless adaptations across various media, including opera and musical theatre. Its title has become an idiom in English, symbolizing a series of events made absurd by numerous mistakes, highlighting its lasting impact on culture and language.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2021