Measure for Measure generates much debate and is strikingly modern. This introductory guide offers a scene-by-scene theatrically aware commentary, a brief history of the text and first performance, studies of influential performances, a survey of film and TV adaptation, a wide sampling of critical opinion and annotated further reading.

Paul Edmondson is Head of Research and Knowledge for The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust and a priest in The Church of England.

General Editor's Preface
Preface
The Text and Early Performances
Commentary
The Play's Sources and Cultural Context
Key Productions and Performances
The Play on Screen
Critical Assessments
Further Reading
Index.