The Winter's Tale
Shakespeare wrote a play that starts as tragedy — a king's insane jealousy destroys his family — and ends as something close to a miracle.
romanceEnglishmoderateshort · ~3.0h
Influence
5.0/10
Popularity
6.0/10
“Exit, pursued by a bear.”
Why It Matters
Shakespeare wrote a play that starts as tragedy — a king's insane jealousy destroys his family — and ends as something close to a miracle. It is his most radical experiment with time and genre, jumping sixteen years mid-play and blending grief with joy. The final scene, where a statue comes to life, is one of the most extraordinary moments in all of theater.
The 
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Personal reviewHigh quality hidden identity Shakespeare. Very ending was a little insane but still fun.
Notable Quotes
“It is required you do awake your faith.”
“A sad tale's best for winter.”