
This work brings Shakespeare’s celebrated tragedy of youthful love to listeners in a richly rendered Greek translation. Set in the bustling streets of Verona, the story follows two young souls whose families have been locked in a bitter feud for generations. Their chance encounter at a masked ball ignites a passionate bond that quickly turns into a secret alliance, promising to bridge the ancient animosity.
The early scenes pulse with the excitement of forbidden romance, as whispered vows and daring plans unfold against a backdrop of rivalry and honor. The dialogue captures both the poetic intensity of the original verses and the cultural nuances that make the tale resonate across centuries. Listeners will be drawn into the tender moments of hope and the looming tension that threatens to shatter the lovers’ fragile world, setting the stage for the dramatic conflict that defines this timeless masterpiece.
Language
el
Duration
~3 hours (207K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2010-03-28
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1564–1616
Often called the greatest writer in the English language, this English playwright and poet created dramas and verses that still feel alive on the page and stage. His stories of ambition, love, jealousy, power, and loss continue to speak to readers centuries later.
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