The Cambridge Shakespeare (1863-1866), is still valued for its careful editorial principles, attractive page design and elegant typography. The base text is the 1623 Folio, collated with the later Folios and Quartos. It includes a full critical apparatus and notes, and restores some 'profane' expressions censored in earlier editions.

The careful editorial principles, attractive design and elegant typography of this 1860s Shakespeare edition have withstood the test of time.