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Ratings: ★★★★★ (4.9/5)
Genre: Drama / Comedy / Shakespearean Comedy / Romantic Comedy / Fantasy

Book Review:
Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream (c. 1595) is a perfect enchanted comedy. Four young lovers flee into a forest, pursued by fairies who love to meddle. The fairy king Oberon and his mischievous servant Puck use a magic love potion to “fix” their loves — but everything goes hilariously wrong. Meanwhile, a group of amateur actors (including the unforgettable Bottom) rehearse a play. When Puck turns Bottom’s head into a donkey’s head, the fairy queen Titania falls in love with him. Chaos, confusion, and laughter follow — until order is restored. The play celebrates imagination, dreams, and the irrationality of love. This Penguin Shakespeare edition, edited by Stanley Wells and introduced by Helen Hackett, is recommended by the National Theatre. Includes commentary and performance history. A delight for all ages.