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Shakespeare: The Most Famous Man in London

The Most Famous Man in London
By Tony Thompson
Series: The Drum
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Shakespeare: The Most Famous Man in London by Tony Thompson is an engaging children's book that introduces young readers to the life and times of William Shakespeare. It highlights his journey from a small-town playwright to becoming the renowned figure in London's thriving artistic scene. The book vividly paints a picture of the bustling city, the theatrical world, and the legendary stories that made Shakespeare a timeless icon in literature.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you are curious about the life and times of one of history's most iconic playwrights. This engaging children's book offers a fun and accessible look at Shakespeare's impact on London, complete with fascinating stories and vibrant illustrations that bring the Elizabethan era to life.

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Shakespeare: The Most Famous Man in London

This is the book for anyone who has ever been forced to study a Shakespeare play. It is Shakespeare in context; sexy, dangerous and a bit scary. Kids will be fascinated by 'mob football', 'bear baiting' and the gruesome details of Elizabethean London. They will engage with Shakespeare's plays on a whole new level. Ages 11+.

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This is the book for anyone who has ever been forced to study a Shakespeare play. It presents Shakespeare in context; sexy, dangerous, and a bit scary.

Being smart and a little sneaky comes naturally to William Shakespeare – and he is about to make it bigger than he ever dreamed possible. Kids will be fascinated by 'mob football', 'bear baiting', and the gruesome details of Elizabethan London. They will engage with Shakespeare's plays on a whole new level.

Shakespeare: The Most Famous Man in London is the perfect introduction for young readers to the thrilling and intriguing world of Shakespeare's time.

Series: The Drum

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Shakespeare: The Most Famous Man in London by Tony Thompson is praised for immersing young readers in the world of William Shakespeare. Reviews highlight its ability to vividly contextualise Shakespeare's plays within his life and times, offering children a captivating insight into the historical background of his work.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781742030708

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2009

Country: Australia

Imprint: Black Dog Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 254g

Pages: 192

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: The Drum Tony Thompson

About the Author

Tony Thompson is an old friend of William Shakespeare, and possibly shared a flat with him in a previous life. When he is not writing the ultimate unauthorised celebrity biography, Tony is an English and Literature teacher. His writing has appeared in The Age and The Australian.

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