Essay on Romeo and Juliet

Introduction

Romeo and Juliet are the two characters in William Shakespeare’s tragedy play. These were a couple who became a symbol of true love. Their painful story is written in the book ‘Romeo and Juliet’ by William Shakespeare.
Background

The book ‘Romeo and Juliet’ was written by the great English poet William Shakespeareduring 1594. This is a tragedy play about two lovers ‘Romeo’ and ‘Juliet’. The book was originally published in the English language.

Story in Brief

The play is about two lovers Romeo and Juliet, whose families were at a strong enmity. Though they tried very hard, they could not meet each other and spend a life together that they had dreamt of. The play ends with the death of the two true lovers.

Source

There are various stories dated back to ‘Romeo and Juliet’. It is said that the story of Romeo and Juliet is based on an Italian story. The story ‘Pyramus and Thisbe’ was contemporary to Romeo and Juliet and had a similar story. There are many other similar stories of that era.

Conclusion

‘Romeo and Juliet’ is one of those plays which have set a milestone across the world. It is still much loved and praised by the audience.