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The Works of William Shakespeare, edited by S. A. Vengerov, is an outstanding edition published in 1903–1904 as part of the "Library of Great Writers" series. This five-volume collection features translations of the great playwright’s works by renowned masters of Russian literature, such as P. I. Weinberg, P. P. Gnedich, A. V. Druzhinin, and others. The sonnets and poems are presented in new translations by K. D. Balmont, P. I. Weinberg, V. S. Likhachev, and others. Each play is accompanied by historical and critical introductions and commentaries, making this edition not only a collection of Shakespeare's works but also a comprehensive study of his life and creativity. The edition is also unique for its illustrations: all volumes are adorned with works by Sir John Gilbert, a recognized master of Shakespearean illustration.