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Tales from Shakespeare (Illustrated Edition): King Lear, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Much Ado about Nothing, As You Like It Hamlet …

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English
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Children

In 'Tales from Shakespeare (Illustrated Edition)', Charles and Mary Lamb skillfully pare down the complex, vibrant world of Shakespeare's plays to prose narratives that retain the rich tapestry of the Bard's language, character development, and moral dilemmas. Aimed at bringing these classic tales to a younger audience, the Lambs' versions navigate a clever path between simplification and fidelity to the original texts. This collection, stunningly illustrated to complement the text, encapsulates themes ranging from love and jealousy to ambition and despair, providing a digestible introduction to Shakespearean drama. Each story, while abridged, echoes the emotional and philosophical depth of the plays from which they are derived, adapting their timeless relevance to a more accessible form. The Lambs, a brother-sister duo, were deeply embedded in the Romantic literary movement, an era that championed personal emotional expression and the values of nature and beauty. Their collaboration in 'Tales from Shakespeare' personifies this period's ideals, translating Shakespeare's complex plays into narratives that are comprehensible without sacrificing richness. This anthology is particularly distinguished by how it reflects the storied era of its creation, presenting Shakespeare in a manner that both educates and delights young minds. 'Tales from Shakespeare (Illustrated Edition)' is a commendable invitation to young readers and newcomers to the world of William Shakespeare. Through the Lamb siblings' prose, readers are offered an entry point to explore the intricate landscapes of Shakespeare's works in a manner tailored to their burgeoning literary acumen. This anthology serves as both an educational tool and a delightful reading experience, fostering a deeper appreciation for one of literature's greatest figures while encouraging a dialogue between Shakespeare's age-old themes and the modern young reader.

© 2019 Musaicum Books (Ebook): 4064066052416

Release date

Ebook: 18 December 2019

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