Cymbeline: Genre 1 key example

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Explanation and Analysis:

Though it is listed in the Folio as a tragedy, Cymbeline is generally regarded as one of Shakespeare's late romances or “tragicomedies” due to its blend of tragic and comic elements, as well as its thematic focus on reconciliation and the restoration of order. Written later in Shakespeare's career, this play shares characteristics with other works from the same period such as The Winter's Tale and The Tempest. These plays are often distinguished by their departure from the traditional genres of tragedy and comedy, combining elements of both.