Unique features of the Signet Classic Shakespeare: Extensive overview of Shakespeare's life, world and theater by the general editor of the Signet series, Sylan Barnet Special introduction to the play by the editor, Robert B. Heilman, University of Washington Sources from which Shakepeare derived A Midsummer Night's Dream Dramatic criticism from the past and present Comprehensive stage and screen history of notable actors directors and productions of A Midsummer Night's Dream Text, notes, and commentaries printed in the clearest and most readable type Up to date list of reccommended readings