Othello

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FOLGER SHAKESPEARE LIBRARYThe Worlds Leading Center for Shakespeare StudiesThe Folger Shakespeare Library, home to the worlds largest Shakespeare collection, brings Othello to life with this new full-length, full-cast dramatic recording of its definitive Folger Edition.In Othello, Shakespeare creates powerful drama from a marriage between the exotic Moor Othello and the Venetian lady Desdemona. Shakespeare builds many differences into his hero and heroine, including race, age, and cultural background. Yet most audiences believe the couples strong love would overcome these differences were it not for Iago, who sets out to destroy Othello.This new full-cast recordingbased on the most respected edition of Shakespeares classicexpertly produced by the Folger Theatre, is perfect for students, teachers, and the everyday listener.