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For Shakespeare’s play, Measure for Measure examines the nature of mercy and justice, proposing that a good government is one that is flexible and based on common sense.
First publish date: June 1, 1964
Genre: Drama & Plays/Comedy Plays
Authors: William Shakespeare
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