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'Romeo and Juliet' Summary

Click for Questions and Answers Click for video explanation Introduction William Shakespeare is an English playwright and poet, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English Language and the world’s pre-eminent dramatist. He is well-known to the world through his timeless characters that are universal in their appeal. The themes that he deals with also touch human lives across the globe. Theme / Summary  The extracts from William Shakespeare’s play Romeo and Juliet express the implicit feelings of Romeo and and Juliet for each other. These verses are known for their rich imagery laced with powerful emotions. Romeo though uninvited, makes his presence at the Grand Supper hosted by Old Lord Capulet, just to meet Roseline. He finds Juliet so attractive on the dance floor that he is overwhelmed with strong emotions. Soliloquy 1  He wonders if her beauty teaches the torches to burn bright. He makes two lovely comparisons. First, Juliet’s beauty is compared to a jewel worn by an