In the CliffsComplete guides, the novel's <i>complete</i> text and a glossary appear side-by-side with coordinating numbered lines to help you understand unusual words and phrasing. You'll also find all the commentary and resources of a standard CliffsNotes for Literature.<p><i>CliffsComplete A Midsummer Night's Dream  </i> has long been one of Shakespeare's most popular plays. Its magical atmosphere, farcical plot, hilarious play-within-a-play, and general air of celebration have been enjoyed by nearly every generation since it was written.<p>Everything is not what it seems in this play. Stay on top of what's really going on — and save valuable studying time — all at once. Enhance your reading of <i>A Midsummer Night's Dream</i> with these additional features:<ul><li> A summary and insightful commentary for each act<li>Bibliography and historical background on the author, William Shakespeare<li>A look at the historical context and structure of the play<li>Discussions on the play's symbols and themes<li>A character map that graphically illustrates the relationships among the characters<li>Review questions, a quiz, discussion topics (essay questions), activity ideas<li>A <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Resource</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceType w:st="on">Center</st1:PlaceType></st1:place> full of books, articles, films, and Internet sites</ul><p>Streamline your literature study with all-in-one help from CliffsComplete guides!