--- product_id: 4477161 title: "King Richard III: Third Series (Arden Shakespeare)" price: "₹ 3408" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/4477161-king-richard-iii-third-series-arden-shakespeare store_origin: IN region: India --- # King Richard III: Third Series (Arden Shakespeare) **Price:** ₹ 3408 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** King Richard III: Third Series (Arden Shakespeare) - **How much does it cost?** ₹ 3408 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/4477161-king-richard-iii-third-series-arden-shakespeare) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Richard III is one of the great Shakespearean characters and roles. James R Siemon examines the attraction of this villain to audiences and focuses on how beguiling, even funny he can be, especially in the earlier parts of the play. Siemon also places King Richard III in its historical context; as Elizabeth I had no heirs the issue of succession was a very real one for Shakespeare's audience. The introduction is well-illustrated and provides a comprehensive account of the play, critical approaches to it and its varied stage history. The edition also provides a clear and authoritative playtext, edited to the most rigorous standards of scholarship, with detailed notes and commentary on the same page. With a wealth of helpful and incisive commentary the Arden Shakespeare is the finest edition of Shakespeare you can find, giving a deeper understanding and appreciation of his work. Review: Good copy - I bought this book because while we had covered Richard II and Henry IV (Pt. 1) in my Shakespeare class, we did not read Richard III (my prof. just wasn't a huge fan). I love Shakespeare's history plays, and the discovery of Richard III's body sparked my interest. The copy is quality, contains plenty of footnotes (and a lengthy introduction) for a student or someone new to Shakespeare. The translation is good. I like the story even though I know some people that find it too far fetched in a few aspects. After all, this is a Shakespeare play...it's not made to be accurate or realistic. It's made to please the monarch and the monarch's censors. The only downside is that sometimes there are so many notes on a page that there's very little play text. It's similar to what happens with study KJV Bibles, or study copies of almost anything written in middle or early-modern English. So, excellent for a student or someone that likes those extra notes, but if you're adept when it comes to Shakespeare or are used to reading works in early-modern English, then it may be cumbersome for you. Personally, I liked all the notes because I'm out of college, and without them I'd have to google anything I needed some context on. They're also nice for lending to others. Review: It's about the footnotes! - The Aden Shakespeare Third Edition is for readers who want a close read for deeper understanding. The notes take up almost half a page on average. The introductory material also primes the reader for a deeper more nuanced read. I would not recommend this edition for younger readers or for actors who want to mark up large sections of text with their acting notes. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #50,287 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #21 in English Literature #32 in Drama Literary Criticism #100 in Shakespeare Dramas & Plays | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 167 Reviews | ## Images ![King Richard III: Third Series (Arden Shakespeare) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71J+hCRqzmL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good copy *by A***A on July 7, 2013* I bought this book because while we had covered Richard II and Henry IV (Pt. 1) in my Shakespeare class, we did not read Richard III (my prof. just wasn't a huge fan). I love Shakespeare's history plays, and the discovery of Richard III's body sparked my interest. The copy is quality, contains plenty of footnotes (and a lengthy introduction) for a student or someone new to Shakespeare. The translation is good. I like the story even though I know some people that find it too far fetched in a few aspects. After all, this is a Shakespeare play...it's not made to be accurate or realistic. It's made to please the monarch and the monarch's censors. The only downside is that sometimes there are so many notes on a page that there's very little play text. It's similar to what happens with study KJV Bibles, or study copies of almost anything written in middle or early-modern English. So, excellent for a student or someone that likes those extra notes, but if you're adept when it comes to Shakespeare or are used to reading works in early-modern English, then it may be cumbersome for you. Personally, I liked all the notes because I'm out of college, and without them I'd have to google anything I needed some context on. They're also nice for lending to others. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's about the footnotes! *by L***R on April 14, 2024* The Aden Shakespeare Third Edition is for readers who want a close read for deeper understanding. The notes take up almost half a page on average. The introductory material also primes the reader for a deeper more nuanced read. I would not recommend this edition for younger readers or for actors who want to mark up large sections of text with their acting notes. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Commentary *by R***T on January 5, 2017* Great commentary by Professor Siemon. Wonderful way for a layman to better understand the Bard! ## Frequently Bought Together - King Richard III: Third Series (Arden Shakespeare) - As You Like It (Arden Shakespeare: Third Series) - Much Ado About Nothing: Revised Edition (The Arden Shakespeare Third Series) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.in/products/4477161-king-richard-iii-third-series-arden-shakespeare](https://www.desertcart.in/products/4477161-king-richard-iii-third-series-arden-shakespeare) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-09-08*