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Roméo et Juliette

"Roméo et Juliette" is a tragic play by William Shakespeare about two young lovers from feuding families in Verona. Despite their families' rivalry, Roméo and Juliette secretly marry, hoping to unite their families. However, misunderstandings and bitter conflicts lead to a series of unfortunate events. Their love ultimately results in both characters’ deaths, serving as a powerful commentary on the destructive effects of hatred and the transformative power of love. The play explores themes of passion, loyalty, and the consequences of longstanding enmity, and remains one of Shakespeare’s most enduring and celebrated works.