As You Like It (2. Edit. Rosalind, the daughter of Duke Senior (the banished duke), is raised at the court of Duke Frederick (who is younger brother to Duke Senior and took over his dukedom), with her cousin Celia (daughter to Duke Frederick). She falls in love with a young man named Orlando, but before she can even think twice about it, she is banished by Duke Frederick, who threatens death if she comes near the court again. Celia, being Rosalind's best friend, goes with Rosalind (who is disguised as a boy, Ganymede) and Touchstone, the court's fool, to the forest of Arden. Upon their arrival in the forest, they happen upon Orlando and his manservant, who are fleeing the wrath of Orlando's eldest brother. What follows is an elaborate scheme devised by the cross- dressing Rosalind to find out the verity of Orlando's supposed passion for her, and to further capture his heart, through the witty and mischievous fa. From a general summary to chapter summaries to explanations of famous quotes, the SparkNotes As You Like It Study Guide has everything you need to ace quizzes, tests. ACT I PROLOGUE Two households, both alike in dignity, In fair Verona, where we lay our scene, From ancient grudge break to new mutiny, Where civil blood makes civil. Celebrate Talk Like Shakespeare Day with the best of the Bard's insults, rampallians! William Shakespeare's birth and death are celebrated on 23 April. Authorities say that a man was arrested Sunday after he stabbed and killed a man on the Taconic State Parkway in Mount Pleasant. The Hollywood Reporter is your source for breaking news about Hollywood and entertainment, including movies, TV, reviews and industry blogs. No Fear Shakespeare by SparkNotes features the complete edition of As You Like It side-by-side with an accessible, plain English translation. ACT I SCENE I. Orchard of Oliver's house. Enter ORLANDO and ADAM ORLANDO As I remember, Adam, it was upon this fashion bequeathed me by will but poor a thousand crowns. ![]() ![]() As You Like It: Plot Summary From Stories of Shakespeare's Comedies by Helene Adeline Guerber. New York: Dodd, Mead and company (1910). Act I The first act opens in. LATEST HEADLINES. Gregg Allman Dies: Allman Brothers Band Leader Was 69 18 hours ago Sections; Top Stories; Watch; U.S. International; Politics; Lifestyle; Entertainment; Virtual Reality; Health; Tech; Investigative; Sports; Weather; Shows.
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