First published in 1609, Shakespeare’s Sonnets are celebrated as some of the most beautiful poems in English. From joyful lines like ‘Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day’ to expressions of deep passion and desire, these poems explore universal themes of love, death, and time. Addressed to the Fair Youth, Rival Poet, or Dark Lady, their timeless messages resonate across cultures and languages. This edition is part of the Arcturus Shakespeare Editions series, featuring striking covers, an introduction, glossary, and timeline based on the First Folio.