A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Folger Shakespeare Library) by William Shakespeare

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is a whimsical and enchanting play set in a forest where fairies and humans collide in a tale of love, magic, and transformation. The story follows four young lovers—Hermia, Lysander, Helena, and Demetrius—who find themselves entangled in a web of romantic confusion, thanks to the mischievous fairy Puck and his magical love potion. Meanwhile, a group of amateur actors, led by the bumbling Nick Bottom, rehearses a play for the Duke’s upcoming wedding. The play explores themes of love, fantasy, and the blurring of reality and illusion. As the night progresses, the characters experience a series of humorous and chaotic events, ultimately leading to a resolution where order is restored, and the lovers are united.