The Shakespeare Book, DK
The Shakespeare Book, DK
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The Shakespeare Book
Big Ideas Simply Explained

Author: DK

Narrator: Roger May

Unabridged: 16 hr 36 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: DK

Published: 12/03/2019

Synopsis

This is the perfect study guide to the complete works of Shakespeare, covering everything from the romantic comedy of Romeo and Juliet to the tragedy Macbeth, alongside his Elizabethan history plays, sonnets, and other poems.

With detailed plot summaries and an in-depth analysis of the major characters and themes, this is a brilliant, innovative exploration of the entire canon of Shakespeare plays, sonnets and poetry, from the comedies of Twelfth Night and As You Like It to the tragedies of Julius Caesar and Hamlet, plus lost plays and lesser known works of poetry.

Packed with witty anecdotes and memorable quotes, The Shakespeare Book, with Roger May's narration, brings the Bard's best-loved characters and storylines to life, and explores all of his key themes and much-quoted phrases.

Whether you're a Shakespeare scholar, a student of the great Bard, or simply someone who wants to learn more, The Shakespeare Book offers a fuller appreciation of his phenomenal talent and the lasting legacy of his plays and poetry.

© 2015 Dorling Kindersley Ltd © 2019 DK Audio"

About The Author

DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivaled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting. DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books.DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series.https://www.dk.com/

Reviews

Goodreads review by H (is anyone getting notifications) Balikov

Few have achieved the immortality of William Shakespeare, the actor and playwright. There are likely more performances of his works on this one day than were performed in his lifetime. So much has been written about him that one of the first questions a reader may ask is: “What makes this book worth......more

Goodreads review by Sean Barrs

I think this book would be of most use to those that haven’t read much Shakespeare. There is a short summary of each play and a breakdown of each act along with its accompanying scenes. This would be a good thing to go through prior to reading a play; it may help the reader to understand the basics......more

Quotes

"Generous helpings of illustrations, time lines, plot diagrams, and character guides ensure that even readers in their 'salad days' will enjoy every dish at the Shakespearean feast." — Booklist

"Enlightening" — YA Book Central

"In this latest addition to the series, the Bard comes alive for young aficionados." — School Library Journal

"Countless volumes have been written about William Shakespeare and his work, but here is a single volume that has organized his plays (and some of his sonnets) in exactly what the subtitle says: 'Big Ideas Simply Explained…a must-have.'" — VOYA magazine

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