"The Great Courses DVDs & Guidebook Literature Shakespeare: The Word & The Action" is a comprehensive educational resource featuring literary studies focused on English literature, specifically Shakespearean works. The publication, published by Teaching Company, LLC in 1995, includes a textbook authored by Peter Saccio. The content is presented in a format that combines both hardcover and DVD formats, making it accessible for adult education and further education levels. This series of courses offers a detailed exploration of Shakespeare's work, delving into the literary criticism and analysis of his literary impact and language usage within the realm of literature.