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William Shakespeare’s ‘The Comedy of Errors’ is a fast‑paced farce that centers on two pairs of identical twins separated at birth. The play explores themes of chance, identity, and family through a series of humorous misidentifications and a chaotic return to home. Shakespeare’s witty dialogue and lively plot make it a classic example of early modern English comedy.
First publish date: 1734
Genre: Drama & Plays/Comedy Plays
Authors: William Shakespeare
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