Pre-owned good condition The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Cambridge Text established by John Dover Wilson; Preface by Philip Brockbank. Published by Octopus/Mayflower 1981 for Cambridge University Press. Fully bound, green padded boards with gilt lettering; illustrated endpapers; Color and interior illustrations by Ian Beck; 1,181 two-column pages; Outer page edges in gold gilt; Green silk bookmark sewn-in. Size approx. 11" x 8 1/2" x 2 1/2" complete Works: This indicates that the book contains all the known works of William Shakespeare, including plays, sonnets, and other writings. William Shakespeare: The author's name, indicating that the book is a compilation of works written by the renowned English playwright and poet. Gilt Page Edges: Refers to the decorative technique of applying a thin layer of gold leaf or gold paint to the edges of the book's pages, giving it a luxurious and ornate appearance Hardcover: Indicates that the book has a durable cover made of rigid material, typically cardboard or leather, protecting the pages inside. 1980: The year of publication, suggesting the edition of the book and providing context regarding its age and potential historical significance. Literature Shakespeare Classic LiteraturePlays Sonnets English Literature Drama Poetry Collectible Books Gilt Edges Hardcover Books Vintage Books Literary Classics Fine Binding Literary Anthology 20th Century Literature Literary Collections English Language Rare Books Literary Treasures