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"Rosen makes the life and work of Shakespeare vibrant and exciting in this perfectly splendid biography. . . . Beautiful and engaging." — KIRKUS REVIEWS (starred review) "In exceptionally fresh and vivid terms, the author plies readers with abundant, accurate information on the playwright, his theater, and the plays, looking closely at A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, ROMEO AND JULIET, MACBETH, KING LEAR, and THE TEMPEST. . . . This volume justly serves its spectacular subject." — SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL (starred review)"Even readers whose previous experience with Shakespeare has been rounded with sleep will be persuaded by this robust introduction to give it another try." — BOOKLIST (starred review)
Lexile Measure: 1060L (What's this?)
Paperback: 96 pages
Publisher: Candlewick; Reprint edition (November 14, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0763632015
ISBN-13: 978-0763632014
Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 0.4 x 11 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #505,569 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #13 in Books > Teens > Art, Music & Photography > Performing Arts > Theater #55 in Books > Teens > Education & Reference > History > Europe #60 in Books > Teens > Biographies > Literary
Age Range: 12 and up
Grade Level: 7 and up
I found this book at my local library, and was enchanted by it. I taught high school English for almost twenty years, and taught several of Shakespeare's plays within that time; how I wish I had this book then! This exquisite book details the life of the Bard, his times, and his works. The illustrations are beautifully executed, the passages chosen are perfect; I cannot think of one thing that I do not like about this book. It is perfect for older children as an introduction to Shakespeare and his time, and to older students and adults! Who doesn't enjoy lovely drawings along with the reading. This book should be in every public library, in every school library, and in every classroom from at least fifth grade through twelfth. It is a wondrous book!
I purchased this book because I had read good reviews about it and wanted to share it with graduate students who plan to teach Shakespeare in secondary education. I was pleased with the book, mainly because it illuminates Shakespeare and the early modern theater via an accessible text and attractive illustrations. My students liked the book, too, and may use it as a supplemental text in the future.
The illustrations are just lovely in this book. I think this is a great introduction to Shakespeare and his plays. It talks briefly of some of his plays-just enough to know what goes on-and also about the time Shakespeare grew up in and wrote his plays in. The kings, queens, customs, etc...It's perfect for a child or an adult who doesn't know much about him.
Is beautiful
Great book, love the images
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