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Romeo en Julia

by William Shakespeare

Translated by L. A. J. Burgersdijk

"Romeo en Julia" by William Shakespeare is a tragedy written between 1591 and 1595 about two young lovers from feuding Italian families. Set in Verona, the play follows Romeo and Juliet as they fall in love despite their families' bitter hatred. With the help of Friar Laurence, they marry in secret, hoping to unite the warring households. But when violence erupts between the families, their romance faces devastating consequences that will test the depths of their devotion and forever change both families.

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