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The article delves into how editors' perceptions of Shakespeare's First Folio evolved over 400 years, challenging established beliefs and revealing potential prior publications of his plays that might change their historical significance.

The article focuses on the cultural significance and diverse roles of the 1623 Folio edition of Shakespeare's works, exploring its representation of Shakespeare, its existence as a collection, and its widespread presence in institutional and personal collections worldwide. It delves into the book's multifaceted nature, discussing its functions as a symbolic representation of Shakespeare, a collection of plays, and a highly sought-after item in various collections globally.

The article focuses on reevaluating the significance of the 1623 Shakespeare Folio, discussing its resistance to a fixed chronology and challenging traditional perceptions about its creation and literary value. It explores the complexities surrounding the Folio's historical context, scholarly narratives, and its role as a representation of Shakespeare's work within a multi-dimensional temporal framework.

The article focuses on the interrelation between theater history and the history of books, examining an actor's inventory to illuminate the significance of high-status books and their implications for the 1623 Shakespeare Folio. Topics include the construction of a fictionalized "Shakespeare Company" in the Folio's list of actors, its exclusions and representations, and the exploration of alternative narratives revealed through contemporaneous lists and references within the plays.