3829 results for 'Nicholas Shakespeare'

In snowy modern London, a baffling mystery unfolds as Detective Inspector Arthur Stowe searches for missing children. A lead ties the case to the Yuletide legend, drawing him into the realm of the...

Othello: A Play of Provoking Emotion This collection of essays explores the ongoing debates and ideas surrounding Shakespeare's Othello. Carefully selected chapters offer new perspectives on key...

In snowy modern London, a festive season shrouded in mystery unfolds. Detective Inspector Arthur Stowe is entangled in a case of missing children that has stymied him for over a year. A possible lead...

Henry VI, Part 1 is an uncompromising exploration of early English nationalism, contrasting the English with the French as they vie for power and identity. Against this backdrop, a young king...

The Arden Shakespeare: Third Series - King Henry VIII A new perspective on this complex and multi-layered play reveals it as a meditation on the progress of Reformation, exploring the changes in...

Deadpool takes centre stage in this unique mashup of Shakespeare's works and the Merc with a Mouth. When Deadpool finds himself trapped in a comedy of errors, he must navigate the world of iambic...

Twas the Night Before Christmas is a beloved yuletide poem that has become an integral part of festive traditions. Traditionally attributed to Clement Clarke Moore, this poem has played a significant...

Cleopatra I Am Fire and Air is a deeply compelling portrait of one of literature's most intriguing personalities. This intimate reading of Shakespeare's play offers a masterfully perceptive...

This guide to Twelfth Night provides everything you need to understand William Shakespeare's play. Clear notes on the plot, characters, and language are accompanied by practice questions to help you...

As You Like It by William Shakespeare, adapted for the outdoor stage by Frank Farrell, brings the story to life in a unique and engaging way.This 90-minute performance is designed to be performed...

Shakespeare's most scathing insults are collected in this deluxe volume. Organised into sections for quick reference, it provides creative responses to those who may be considered troublesome or...

This study presents a contrastive analysis of the careers of two influential figures from different artistic fields: Shakespeare and Caravaggio. Their shared conventional belief in symbolism is...

A Midsummer Night's Dream in graphic novel format brings to life Shakespeare's story of love and entanglement. In this adaptation, the course of true love is never straightforward, as plots become...

Searching for Juliet: The Lives and Deaths of Shakespeare's First Tragic HeroineThis fascinating exploration delves into the origins of Juliet Capulet, tracing her story from Renaissance tales to...

A comprehensive study guide to William Shakespeare's Coriolanus, exploring its context and intellectual depth. This Bright Notes Study Guide offers in-depth explanation, essay, and test prep for the...

Shakespeare's Contested Nations explores how performances of Shakespeare's history plays in British institutions between 2000 and 2016 reflect a post-imperial nostalgia that overlooks the experiences...

Beth has been looking forward to the Prizegiving Assembly all year. She's won best-behaved pupil two years in a row and is confident that she'll triumph again for a third time. But as preparations...

Shakespeare's plays are rich in mysterious symbolism and hidden meanings. This book explores how ancient wisdom traditions, including alchemy, Renaissance Platonism, and Celtic mysticism, underlie...

The Merchant of Venice offers a unique insight into Shakespeare's exploration of Semitism and its cultural context. This edition provides an accessible introduction to the play, setting it within the...

William Shakespeare's Richard III is a tragic tale of ambition and deceit. The story follows the ruthless Duke of Gloucester as he seizes power through cunning and murder.This Signet Classics edition...

The Oxford Shakespeare: Hamlet Hamlet is a play that defies easy categorisation, combining elements of violence and introspection in a way that sets it apart from other Shakespearean tragedies. Its...

Set in the enchanted Forest of Arden, As You Like It tells the story of Rosalind and Orlando, two young lovers whose paths become entangled in a game of love and mistaken identity.This play explores...

The Two Noble Kinsmen, Revised Edition Third Series is a tragi-comedy that explores themes of love, loyalty and betrayal. Written in collaboration with John Fletcher, this play draws inspiration from...

This volume presents the First Quarto text of 1603 and the Folio Text of 1623, both edited and annotated to the usual Arden standard. As a companion to the Second Quarto volume, it will be of...

The Comedy of Errors tells the story of two sets of identical twins who become embroiled in a series of wild mishaps based on mistaken identities. As they navigate their way through unfamiliar...

First published on December 23, 1823, in the Troy Sentinel, this beloved Christmas poem has become an integral part of American holiday tradition.Originally attributed to Clement Clark Moore, its...

Ted's plan to become Romeo in the school play takes an unexpected turn when he travels back in time to get acting tips from Shakespeare himself. However, two new additions at school and some plumbing...

Women and Shakespeare's Cuckoldry Plays: Shifting Narratives of Marital Betrayal by Cristina León Alfar explores how women are portrayed in William Shakespeare's plays, particularly in relation to...

British Captain Nick Everard's destroyer is crippled by Nazi gunfire in the German invasion of Norway. As he attempts to repair his ship hidden in a remote fjord, Everard becomes aware that his son...

The Authentic Shakespeare, and Other Problems of the Early Modern Stage by Stephen Orgel is a collection of essays that have significantly altered our understanding of the Renaissance stage. This...

Crime and Punishment in the England of Shakespeare and Milton, 1570-1640 by John W. Weatherford This book explores the punishments common in England during the late 16th to early 17th centuries,...

Shakespeare, Einstein, and the Bottom Line: A Critical Look at Higher Education's Rise to Market Dominance. In this thought-provoking exploration, David L. Kirp examines the impact of business values...

The English Clown Tradition from the Middle Ages to Shakespeare by Robert Hornback explores the cultural significance of English theatrical clowns from the late medieval period to the seventeenth...

Explore the intriguing theory that William Shakespeare was actually Edward de Vere, the 17th Earl of Oxford. This thought-provoking book delves into the authorship question, presenting a compelling...

All the Drowning Seas by Alexander Fullerton is a gripping naval thriller that sets the stage for a desperate battle at sea. In 1942, as Japanese invasion fleets sweep across the Pacific, Allied...

William Shakespeare was a phenomenal poet. He lived for words and his words live for him. This biography explores how he became the great William Shakespeare, what influenced him to create epic...

When four actors performing Hamlet discover the real identity of the playwright, they unwittingly unleash a centuries-old secret. As the characters begin to blur with their stage personas, ominous...

Discover the lives and work of four ambitious Renaissance women who defied convention to make their mark in 16th-century England. Ramie Targoff's groundbreaking narrative sheds light on the private...

CGP Macbeth Workbook is a comprehensive workbook designed to support students preparing for the latest Grade 9-1 GCSE English Literature exams. The book provides a range of questions and exercises to...

Shakespeare and Co by Stanley Wells offers an engaging exploration of Shakespeare's contemporaries, shedding new light on the playwright himself. This enthralling book brings to life a community of...

Distracted Subjects: Madness and Gender in Shakespeare and Early Modern Culture by Carol Thomas Neely explores how changing ideas of madness influenced subjectivities in late-sixteenth- and early...

Helping you prepare for your Shakespeare exams with confidence. York Notes Advanced offer a fresh and accessible approach to studying English literature, providing sophisticated analysis and critical...

Teaching Strategies for Neurodiversity and Dyslexia in Actor Training offers practical solutions for voice and actor training. Based on research with dyslexic acting students, this book presents six...

Shakespeare's Tudor History: A Study of Henry IV Parts 1 and 2 offers an in-depth analysis of Shakespeare's most complex historical work. This title provides a critical history of the play from 1700...

A comprehensive guide to one of Shakespeare's most enchanting plays. This SparkNotes Literature Guide provides in-depth analysis and explanations of key themes, motifs, and symbols, making it an...

Shakespeare in Autumn: Select Plays and the Complete Sonnets is a beautifully crafted collector's edition featuring a distinctive laser-cut jacket with foil stamping. This exclusive volume presents a...

ClearRevise AQA GCSE English Literature, Shakespeare Romeo and Juliet is a comprehensive revision guide for students preparing for their GCSE exams. Written specifically for the AQA specification,...

Love's Labour's Lost is a comedy that has gained recognition for its delightful and stageworthy nature. For three hundred years, it was neglected by the theatre and undervalued by critics, but in...

Shylock Is My Name: A Retelling of The Merchant of Venice by Howard Jacobson. In this reimagining of Shakespeare's classic play, Simon Strulovitch, a wealthy art collector and philanthropist, finds...

Robert Greene's verse style and vocabulary offer valuable insights into his literary canon. This book provides a rigorous analysis of Greene's work, exploring his rhyming habits, phraseology, and...

By Virtue Fall is the heartwarming final instalment in the Shakespeare Sisters series. Juliet's life has taken a dramatic turn since her marriage ended, and she's determined to build a new one with...

Queen Mab, a new fairytale from USA TODAY Bestselling author Kate Danley, reimagines Romeo & Juliet from a different perspective. When Faunus breaks the heart of Queen Mab, she seeks revenge using...

A comprehensive guide to Shakespeare's works, this four-volume Companion brings together new essays from a diverse range of scholars worldwide. It offers a unique snapshot of current criticism,...

Shakespeare's Sonnets have long fascinated German poetry translators, who seek to reinterpret them anew. This collection brings together two radical translations: Ulrike Draesner's 'Twin Spin', which...

Pale Hecate's Team: an Examination of the Beliefs on Witchcraft and Magic Among Shakespeare's Contemporaries and His Immediate SuccessorsThis groundbreaking work explores the fascinating world of...

This 1971 publication offers a restored version of works attributed to Shakespeare, with commentary on errors in Pope's edition. A notable example is Hamlet, which is cross-referenced with other...

Brian Cox's The Lear Diaries offers an unflinching look at the pressures and personal costs of performing one of Shakespeare's most demanding roles. In this candid account, Cox recounts his...

This is the first complete English translation of John Hall's Little Book of Cures, a fascinating medical casebook composed in Latin around 1634-5. Written by Shakespeare's son-in-law, John Hall was...

Australia's complex relationship with its place in the world is reflected in its literature. This has been explored by writers such as Patrick White and Alexis Wright, who have responded to the...

Shakespeare's Two Gentlemen of Verona for Kids offers a fun and easy way to experience this classic play. Designed for groups of 5-16 actors, families, or anyone looking for a Shakespearean...

Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing is a witty and complex exploration of love, relationships, and social convention. This revised edition features a new introduction by Claire McEachern, which...

A River Avon Year: The Wildlife and History of 'Shakespeare's Avon' is a journey along the Warwickshire Avon, from its source in Naseby to Tewkesbury, where it meets the Severn. This 88-mile river...

This groundbreaking work presents six years' of research into Shakespeare's grave and Sonnets dedication, revealing a previously unsuspected side to the literary mystery. Dr. John Dee's role in the...

A successful lawyer and eldest sister, Lucy Shakespeare, is used to being in control. Her life is turned upside down when she meets Lachlan MacLeish, a man who needs her expertise to protect his...

Analyzing Shakespeare's views on theatre and magic in relation to Italian philosophical ideas, this book offers a new perspective on the cultural dialogue at the Renaissance. It explores the...

Shakespeare's Henriad - Complete Tetralogy Including a Detailed Analysis of the Main Characters: Richard II, King Henry IV and King Henry V by William Shakespeare;William Hazlitt This comprehensive...

Bright Notes: A Study Guide to A Midsummer Night's Dream by Eve LeoffThis comprehensive study guide offers in-depth explanation, essay, and test prep for William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's...

A Winter's Tale by Carrie Elks is a heartwarming romance that explores the complexities of love and family in the glamorous world of Hollywood.When Kitty Shakespeare takes a job as a nanny to a major...

Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare is a comprehensive guide to the story of star-crossed lovers. This edition features the complete text of the play, accompanied by clear notes that explain the...

Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare offers a sparkling portrayal of witty dialogue and theatrical success. This edition features a newly edited text and an introduction that provides a...

Crete, May 1941, was a desperate hour for British forces in the Mediterranean. Against all odds, Nick Everard and his crew faced an unrelenting Luftwaffe assault on their destroyer, Tuareg. Their...

A BabyLit Fairies Primer brings the magic of Shakespeare's original lines to little ones. Jennifer Adams' adaptation and Alison Oliver's whimsical illustrations come together in a beautiful board...

A complete collection of the Guardians of Childhood books brings together five legendary figures from different worlds. This paperback boxed set reveals their origins and the epic battle that united...

The George Inn near London Bridge has been serving pints and stories for over 600 years. This historic pub is more than just a place to grab a drink, it's a window into the past.From its...

Stand out in your Shakespeare GCSE studies with this WJEC Eduqas-specific play text. Produced in partnership with Globe Education, it offers grade-boosting exam-focused activities and insider...

This unique coffee-table book brings together 99 insightful quotes from Shakespeare's Hamlet, along with explanations and guidance on how to use them in everyday life. With its blend of humor,...

A unique and beautifully illustrated compendium of plants mentioned in Shakespeare's works. This book brings together the Bard's knowledge of botany and his skill for creating metaphorical...

This Element provides a comprehensive study of Edward's Boys, an all-boy company based at King Edward VI School in Stratford-upon-Avon. Since 2005, they have produced a substantial repertory of early...

The Tragic Tale of Macbeth A haunting exploration of ambition and conscience, Macbeth is a timeless tragedy that has captivated audiences for centuries. This gripping play delves into the darker...

Jo Nesbø's gripping novel explores the darker side of ambition and power. When a high-stakes operation turns deadly, Inspector Macbeth is tasked with cleaning up the mess. Haunted by his troubled...

Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream is a play that celebrates happiness, yet also acknowledges its fragility. Tom Bishop explores the complexities of this design in his thoughtful guide to the...

The East River Ripper: A 1891 Murder Mystery In the late 19th century, New York City was gripped by fear after a series of brutal murders took place along the East River. The case that shocked the...

Christopher Marlowe's death in Deptford remains one of literature's greatest mysteries. This book offers a fresh perspective on the events surrounding his murder and the enduring connection between...

The Good, the Bard and the Ugly by Susie Donkin is a humorous take on Shakespeare's works. A local community centre is in danger of being closed, so its owner Imogen brings together 14 amateur actors...

Stephen Greenblatt's seminal work on Renaissance self-fashioning explores the emergence of modern self-consciousness in 16th-century society. Through a series of insightful readings, Greenblatt...

A comprehensive study guide to William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing offers in-depth explanation and analysis of this late-sixteenth-century theatrical comedy. This Bright Notes Study Guide...

This CGP Text Guide for Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice is a comprehensive resource for students preparing for the latest Grade 9-1 GCSE English Literature exams. The book provides thorough...

Discover the world of Shakespeare through three engaging prose retellings. Twelfth Night tells the story of Sebastian and Viola's switcheroo in a romantic comedy, while Julius Caesar explores the...

Romeo and Juliet Workbook is a comprehensive workbook designed to support students in their GCSE English studies. Written by a team of experienced authors, this workbook provides a detailed and...

Twelve Night, Julius Caesar, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Macbeth, and The Tempest are reimagined in a fresh way. Malvolio, Cinna, Peaseblossom, Banquo, and Caliban tell their stories, each in a...

Snakes, Sunrises, and Shakespeare: How Evolution Shapes Our Loves and Fears By Gordon H. Orians Our emotional responses to nature are deeply rooted in our evolutionary past. A snake's presence...

Hardcover: 246 pages Alice Dailey explores how humans represent and relate to the dead through various technologies. Her study focuses on Shakespeare's English history plays, which she views as...

Lift the flaps and turn the wheel to bring William Shakespeare to life! This interactive novelty book introduces young readers to the world of theatre and performance. With its unique flip-flap,...

Twins in Early Modern English Drama and Shakespeare by Daisy Murray explores how twinship was represented on stage during this period. The author examines plays through anatomy tracts, midwifery...

Ayn Rand's The Romantic Manifesto offers a thought-provoking exploration of art and its purpose in human life. In this book, Rand presents her unique perspective on the nature of creativity and its...

Discover the life and times of William Shakespeare in this engaging information book. Learn how the politics of his time and the monarchs who ruled influenced his writing, and gain insight into the...

GCSE English Literature Workbook: The Merchant of Venice by CGP Books This workbook is designed to help students prepare for the GCSE English Literature exams, focusing on Shakespeare's play, The...

This collection explores the relationship between wonder and the supernatural in Shakespeare's plays and those of his contemporaries. In an era often associated with the rise of secular rationalism,...

The Avon River: A Photographic Journey Through England's Heartland Flowing for nearly 100 miles through gently rolling countryside at the heart of England, the Avon River has been immortalized by...

Harrison's Description of England in Shakespeare's Youth; Being the Second and Third Books of his Description of Britaine and England, Part I.- the Second Book is an unchanged reprint of the original...