Tales from Shakespeare

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In Tales from Shakespeare, Mary and Charles Lamb retell some of William Shakespeare's most famous plays in a simplified and engaging way for children. The stories capture the essence of the original works, presenting plots full of adventure, romance, betrayal, and humour, making classic Shakespeare accessible and entertaining for a young audience.
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You might enjoy this delightful collection if you appreciate classic literature retold for young readers. These charming adaptations capture the essence of Shakespeare's plays in a way that's accessible and engaging, making it perfect for introducing children to the timeless tales of drama, romance, and adventure.

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Tales from Shakespeare

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Discover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of Tales from Shakespeare.

These tales are the perfect introduction to Shakespeare's greatest plays. Renowned writers and essayists of the 18th century, siblings Charles and Mary Lamb vividly bring to life the power of Hamlet and Othello, the fun of As You Like It and the drama of Pericles. Their accessible writing never loses the feel of Shakespeare's beautiful language and humanity, and conveys all of his wit and wisdom. These tales are classic literature in their own right.

Puffin Clothbound Classics is a series of much-loved stories from classic literature for children and adults, brought together in beautiful hardback volumes.

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Tales from Shakespeare by Mary and Charles Lamb has been praised for effectively introducing children to the works of Shakespeare through engaging and comprehensible summaries of his plays. The adaptations are crafted to highlight key plot elements and character details, making it easier for young readers to grasp the original plays when they encounter them in the future.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241425114

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 17 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin Classics

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 206.0mm

Weight: 434g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Charles Lamb (Author) Charles Lamb (1775-1834) was an English essayist, best known for his Essays of Elia and for the children's book Tales from Shakespeare, which he produced along with his sister, Mary Lamb. Mary Lamb (Author) Charles Lamb (1775-1834) was an English essayist, best known for his Essays of Elia and for the children's book Tales from Shakespeare, which he produced along with his sister, Mary Lamb.

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