{"title":"Baxter Nicola","description":"\u003cp\u003eBaxter Nicola is a celebrated author known for her engaging and beautifully illustrated children's books. With a rich tapestry of storytelling, Nicola has a unique talent for bringing classic tales to life, captivating the young and the young at heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her enchanting creations is \u003cem\u003eMidsummer Night's Dream \u0026amp; Other Classic Tales of the Plays\u003c\/em\u003e, a delightful collection that reintroduces children to the timeless narratives of Shakespeare. Nicola's work not only provides entertainment but also serves as an educational tool, introducing young readers to the world of classic literature in a manner that is both accessible and enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer books are perfect for parents and educators seeking to inspire a love of reading in children, offering a gateway to the imaginative worlds crafted by some of history’s greatest playwrights. Each book in Nicola's collection is lovingly curated with vibrant illustrations and simple, yet eloquent, prose that makes classics both fun and informative for young minds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"midsummer-nights-dream-other-classic-tales-of-the-plays-by-baxter-nicola-9781861474667","title":"Midsummer Night's Dream \u0026 Other Classic Tales of the Plays","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMidsummer Night's Dream \u0026amp; Other Classic Tales of the Plays\u003c\/em\u003e features six illustrated stories from Shakespeare. Six of Shakespeare's most famous plays are beautifully illustrated in this collection of dramatic retellings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an inspiring introduction to the intricate comedies of \u003cem\u003eA Midsummer Night's Dream\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eTwelfth Night\u003c\/em\u003e, the tragedies of \u003cem\u003eHamlet\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eMacbeth\u003c\/em\u003e, and the contrasting love stories of \u003cem\u003eRomeo and Juliet\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eAntony and Cleopatra\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpecially retold by Nicola Baxter and with sumptuous paintings by Jenny Thorne, this timeless book brings the classic plays to life in an easy-to-understand format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Shakespeare was born in England, in 1564, and is probably the best-known playwright and poet in the world. Even those who have never seen or read his work unknowingly use his language every day, as numerous phrases have passed into common use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis plays are enormously varied—as this book demonstrates—including histories, comedies, and tragedies. Six of them are summarised here, with extracts from the original plays to encourage young readers to look at the complete texts or—even better—see them performed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"United Sourcing Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853820121324,"sku":"9781861474667","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/a4752b33221ea44e63a6a5bba39a4e19.jpg?v=1759259550"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/baxter-nicola.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}