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Troilus and Cressida is a play by William Shakespeare, likely written around 1602
. It is set during the Trojan War and centers around the doomed love affair between Troilus, a Trojan prince, and Cressida, the daughter of a Trojan priest who has defected to the Greek camp. The play is notable for its cynical and disillusioned tone, which reflects the political and social upheaval of the Elizabethan era. It is one of Shakespeare’s most experimental works, blending comedy and tragedy in a way that defies easy categorization.Read the full play summary, the full play analysis, and a complete list of character descriptions from Troilus and Cressida.
