A Brief Guide to William Shakespeare - Couverture souple

Encyclopedia Britannica

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0762438541 ISBN 13 : 9780762438549

Editeur : Running Press, 2010

Synopsis

This is an essential guide for new students coming to the Bard for the first time as well as a valuable resource for a dedicated fan. It is an ideal introduction to the life and times of Shakespeare, uncovering the few fragments of his life and placing him within the Elizabethan world. The book also looks at each of his plays and sonnets, giving full explanations and descriptions, putting them in context, and revealing the many great quotes and key scenes.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This is an accessible and entertaining journey through the life, times, and work of the Bard - "Enigma". Master of language. The greatest comedian in history? The most famous writer in the world. But isn't he a little bit boring? This is an essential guide for anyone who has previously avoided the Bard, and is the perfect introduction for first time students or seasoned theatre lovers. The book contains a full commentary of all the plays by bestselling and reknowned writer Peter Ackroyd as well as full descriptions of the cast and the drama; not forgetting the best speeches, and the wit and wisdom from across the works. There is also an opportunity to explore the poems and a complete set of sonnets, as well as an investigation of who the dark lady might have been. This title contains: the complete sonnets; the greatest speeches; and, the best lines. It is perfect for students struggling through their first play or for theatre lovers anywhere. It is entertaining, accessible, Shakespeare without the boring bits.

Présentation de l'éditeur

This is an essential guide for new students coming to the Bard for the first time as well as a valuable resource for a dedicated fan. It is an ideal introduction to the life and times of Shakespeare, uncovering the few fragments of his life and placing him within the Elizabethan world. The book also looks at each of his plays and sonnets, giving full explanations and descriptions, putting them in context, and revealing the many great quotes and key scenes.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Running Press
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0762438541
• ISBN 13: 9780762438549
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 448
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible