Shakespeare's Tales Retold for Children: 16-Book Box Set
Retold with wit and panache, the Bard's timeless tales are accessible to a younger generation. These cleverly reworked prose retellings retain Shakespeare's famous turns of phrase while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots for children. Follow Puck's mischievous midsummer adventures, hear the prophecy of the witches in Macbeth, and be swept away by the romance of Romeo and Juliet. Lively artwork accompanies each spread, bringing these best-loved tales to life. Ages 7 and up.
Titles include:
- A Midsummer Night's Dream
- Antony and Cleopatra
- As You Like It
- Hamlet
- King Lear
- Love's Labors Lost
- Merchant of Venice
- The Winter's Tale
- Twelfth Night
- Romeo and Juliet
- Comedy of Errors
- Much Ado About Nothing
- Othello
- Macbeth
- The Tempest
- All's Well That Ends Well
Description
These engaging and lively stories bring Shakespeare's timeless tales to life for younger readers. With cleverly reworked prose, the language and plots are simplified and clarified, making them accessible to children. Join Puck on his mischievous midsummer adventures, hear the prophecy of the witches in Macbeth, and be swept away by the romance of Romeo and Juliet. Each story is accompanied by vibrant artwork that enhances the reading experience. This collection includes 16 softcover books, suitable for readers ages 7 and up.
The titles in this collection are:
- A Midsummer Night's Dream
- Antony and Cleopatra
- As You Like It
- Hamlet
- King Lear
- Love's Labors Lost
- Merchant of Venice
- The Winter's Tale
- Twelfth Night
- Romeo and Juliet
- Comedy of Errors
- Much Ado About Nothing
- Othello
- Macbeth
- The Tempest
- All's Well That Ends Well
Information
Brand: Arcturus
Publisher Date: 11/30/2022
Author: Sam Newman
Dimensions: 8.00 x 5.00
UPC: 9781398815247
Ages: 7-10
