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Twelfth Night
Book • 1969
Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night' is a comedy exploring themes of love, mistaken identity, and disguise.
The play centers on the twins Viola and Sebastian, who are separated in a shipwreck.
Viola disguises herself as a man and falls in love with Orsino, while Sebastian is mistaken for Viola by Olivia.
The play's witty dialogue and intricate plot twists create a delightful and engaging experience.
'Twelfth Night' is a celebration of love's complexities and the humorous consequences of mistaken identity.
The play centers on the twins Viola and Sebastian, who are separated in a shipwreck.
Viola disguises herself as a man and falls in love with Orsino, while Sebastian is mistaken for Viola by Olivia.
The play's witty dialogue and intricate plot twists create a delightful and engaging experience.
'Twelfth Night' is a celebration of love's complexities and the humorous consequences of mistaken identity.
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