Description
Eight exciting Shakespeare retellings for kids, alongside the story of his life and the history of Tudor London, all beautifully illustrated. Introduce your child to the work of William Shakespeare in this gorgeous treasury for all the family to enjoy. By expertly reimagining eight of the Bardâ (TM)s most famous plays, Dr. Farah Karim-Cooper breathes new life into these well-loved works, making them highly engaging for a new generation of fans. Including kid-friendly summaries of eight renowned Shakespeare plays: Romeo and JulietMacbethThe Tragedy of Hamlet, the Prince of DenmarkA Midsummer Nightâ (TM)s DreamAs You Like ItThe Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of VeniceThe TempestThe Merchant of Venice
Additional features:
- Fun facts about the life and times of Shakespeare, plus interesting information on how they created the sounds and smells in The Tempest, and the magic and fairies in A Midsummer Nightâ (TM)s Dream
- Beautifully illustrated throughout, with charming representations of popular characters and scenes from each play
- A fantastic educational gift for children aged 7-11 or a brilliant classroom resource, created to instill artistic passion in a new generation of theater enthusiasts
With insightful and engaging storytelling combined with historical context and key themes for each play, readers will discover how Shakespeare gives us tools to think about the world today â ” and realize that Shakespeare really is for everyone, across every age group and time period!
Author: Farah Karim-Cooper
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: 11/11/2025
Pages: 80
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45 lbs
Size: 11.1″ H x 9.3″ L x 0.5″ W
ISBN: 9780593966952
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