All's Well That Ends Well

All's Well That Ends Well is a remarkable work by William Shakespeare, classified as one of his 'problem plays'. This edition from Penguin Shakespeare, edited by Barbara Everett and featuring an introduction by Janette Dillon, offers an in-depth analysis and contextualization of the play. The story follows Helena, the daughter of a physician, who heals the King of France and, in return, receives the hand of a nobleman. She chooses Bertram, the proud Count of Rousillon, who, however, flees from the marriage obligation and presents Helena with seemingly insurmountable challenges. With ingenuity and the support of Diana and her mother, Helena manages to outsmart Bertram. The play explores the triumph of cunning over youthful arrogance and remains a powerful testament to the strength of love. This edition includes a general introduction to Shakespeare's life and Elizabethan theater, a specific introduction to All's Well That Ends Well, a chronology, reading suggestions, an essay on performance possibilities, and commentary.