The Story of King Lear

Name: The Story of King Lear
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781782690207
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By Melania G. Mazzucco

Series: Save the Story

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The Story of King Lear by Melania G. Mazzucco presents a simplified retelling of Shakespeare's classic tragedy for young readers. It follows the tale of an ageing king who decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, leading to unforeseen betrayal and turmoil. Through engaging narrative and illustrations, it introduces children to themes of power, family, and wisdom.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate classic tales retold for younger audiences, offering a fresh perspective on Shakespeare’s iconic story. This version is designed for children, making the complex plot and characters accessible and engaging through vibrant storytelling and captivating illustrations.

The Story of King Lear

A perfectly balanced retelling of one of Shakespeare's best plays.

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You used to have everything and now you have nothing. Who's madder than you?

Old King Lear has decided to retire from his royal duties. He calls his three daughters to him, and asks each to tell him how much they love him. The eldest two, Goneril and Regan, flatter him with their words. Cordelia the youngest and, until now, his favourite only says that she loves him as a daughter must love her father. Furious, he disinherits her and divides his kingdom between her two sisters. But Goneril and Regan soon turn against Lear, forcing him to wander in the wilderness with only his court jester for company, desperately hoping for a reconciliation with Cordelia.

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The Story of King Lear

By Melania G. Mazzucco

Hardback

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The Story of King Lear by Melania G. Mazzucco, part of the Save the Story series, is lauded for its engaging and fresh retelling suitable for children, brought to life by Emanuela Orciari's evocative illustrations. This adaptation is praised for being an accessible introduction to classic literature, combining captivating storytelling with vibrant visuals, making it a standout choice in the series.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781782690207

Publisher: Pushkin Children's Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 11 September 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pushkin Children's Books

Contributors:

Translated by Virginia Jewiss
Illustrated by Emanuela Orciari
Designed by Emanuela Orciari

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 194.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 104

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Melania G. Mazzucco Series: Save the Story

About the Author

Melania G. Mazzucco was born in Rome in 1966, and studied Italian literature and cinema. She has written award-winning novels and works for the cinema, theatre and radio, and is a contributor to The New York Times, El Pais and la Repubblica, among many others. Her novel Vita (published in English by Picador in 2006) won Mazzucco the 2003 Strega Prize, Italy's leading literary award.