The Comedy of Errors

Mistaken identity drives the humor in this farcical comedy, featuring two sets of identical twins separated at birth. The elderly trader Egeon recounts the backstory of his family, which includes his twin sons and their twin slaves. A tempest leads to their separation, setting the stage for chaos when Antipholus of Syracuse and his slave Dromio arrive in Ephesus. Their encounters with the other twin set spark a series of comedic misunderstandings. This edition includes a preface, annotations, and an introduction, showcasing Shakespeare's comedic brilliance.