Romeo and Juliet

The unshakable love of Juliet Capulet and Romeo Montagues defies the feud that divides their families. Romeo and Juliet fall in love at a masquerade party. However, Juliet has been engaged to Paris, a nobleman. With the help of Franciscan Friar Lawrence, Juliet and Romeo are secretly married. A fight and duel break out among cousins of the feuding families involving Romeo. Romeo escapes. Juliet fakes her death using poison with the help of Friar Lawrence. But, Romeo believes it and swallows poison himself at her gravesite. Juliet awakens and kills herself when she sees Romeo has dead. The families’ agree to recon ciliate after the loss of their children.

This softcover Oxford book contains some illustrations and photos to enhance the reading of this play. Background and other helpful information is given.