Pericles, Prince of Tyre is the story of one man's exploits on the high seas and the family he wishes to reunite against the odds. The title character loves a challenge, taking on contests of strength and wit as well as heroic acts of charity. His biggest challenge would seem to be coping with the loss of his wife at sea, but fate has another set-back in store for Pericles. Will he also have to face the death of his beloved daughter? Shakespeare offers up a satisfying adventure story which affirms both the vagaries of destiny and the redeeming power of love.