Romeo and Juliet — William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare
A brief introduction
Two young people fall in love while their families remain locked in bitter conflict. Shakespeare’s tragedy explores the force of love, the pressure of inherited loyalties and the consequences of decisions made in haste.
Why read it today?
Explore love, conflict, consequences through the choices, conflicts and relationships in this classic. Use the question below as a starting point for your own reading.
Ideas to reflect on
Love · Conflict · Consequences
Which choices might change if people paused to listen before acting?
Reading guidance
Older teenagers and adults; violence, suicide and sexual references. Original dramatic verse.
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