Relish in the spirit of Shakespeare's plays in a single book! As we recognize and celebrate the 400th anniversary of his death, Shakespeare's plays are still being adapted into modern theatrical performances, operettas, operas, movies, dramas, and novels. Why is it that this master of the Middle Ages is still so appealing and loved by the masses? This book traces the original driving force of Shakespeare's plays, presenting a summarized essence of his works, which the author here has been reading and enjoying for over 50years through movies, books, and other modern adaptations. The author is a famed writer of novels, including White War, and is also an experienced translator. This book invites readers to "meet" almost all of the plays written and published by Shakespeare, allowing us to get a better grasp of the stories and appreciate the cherished phrases we so often hear quoted.