Shakespeare's First Folio

Shakespeare's First Folio is the first collected edition of William Shakespeare’s plays, published in 1623, seven years after his death. Compiled by his friends John Heminges and Henry Condell, it includes 36 plays, many of which are not found elsewhere in print. The Folio is considered a foundational text for understanding Shakespeare’s work and has helped preserve his legacy. It is a large, beautifully printed book that captured his plays in their original form, making it a vital artifact for literature and theater history. Today, First Folios are rare, valuable, and highly studied treasures.