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This edition of Hamlet presents Shakespeare's most famous and perplexing play in its most accessible form. Edited by Philip Edwards, it offers a way forward that enables readers to recognise Hamlet's...

Stephen Orgel's beautifully illustrated book explores how Shakespeare has been imagined from his time to ours. Drawing on performance history, textual history and the visual arts, it reveals the...

Global Shakespeare and Social Injustice Towards a Transformative Encounter by Chris Thurman, Sandra Young, Bi-qi Beatrice Lei, David Schalkwyk, and Silvia Bigliazzi explores the relationship between...

Shakespeare's Macbeth, reimagined in a humorous and clever way. To celebrate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, this collection brings together his greatest plays, condensed to a few...

Inside the rehearsal room, acclaimed theatre director Bill Alexander reveals the inner workings of Shakespeare's productions. He shares his expertise on how actors and directors collaborate to bring...

William Stoner is a quietly profound novel about a life lived in the shadow of expectation. Born into a Missouri farming family, William Stoner defies his humble origins to pursue a life in...

The second play in Sophocles' Oedipus cycle, "Oedipus Rex" is a drama that chronologically begins this tragic sequence. Born with his feet bound, the infant is abandoned to die, but instead finds...

Shakespeare's Julius Caesar in Plain English. This guide makes Shakespeare accessible to everyone by placing the words of the original play next to line-by-line translations in plain English. The...

The Two Gentlemen of Verona is a comedy of love that explores the conflict between friendship and romance. This Penguin Shakespeare edition features a young man who travels to Milan to meet his...

The Matrix of Gog: From the Land of Magog Came the Khazars to Destroy and Plunder by Daniel L. Patrick and Patrick Daniel This book explores a biblical prophecy that has sparked debate and curiosity...

Shakespeare in a Divided America by James Shapiro explores how the world's greatest dramatist has been used to prosecute intense debates in the soul of the United States. For over two centuries,...

Richard The Third is a graphic novel that brings Shakespeare's story to life in a fun and humorous way. King Richard is a mischievous villain, part Dennis The Menace, part Captain Underpants, with...

This collection of six Shakespearean stories offers a unique and engaging introduction to the Bard's works. Adapted for young readers, these tales bring the timeless themes and characters of Macbeth,...

John Williams's three major works are collected in this comprehensive edition for the first time. The result is a volume that showcases the author's unique perspective on power, politics, and the...

Shakespeare's speeches are renowned for their beauty and complexity. But what drives characters to deliver such eloquent and inventive language when they're under emotional duress? Raphael Lyne...

The Book of Sand and Shakespeare's Memory by Jorge Luis Borges and Andrew Hurley is a thought-provoking collection that explores themes of loss, identity, and recollection. Written in characteristic...

Shakespeare's works have been subject to increasing scrutiny and reinterpretation in recent years, with feminist criticism playing a significant role in shaping our understanding of his plays. This...

A modern and authoritative edition of the most famous love story, Romeo and Juliet, is presented here. This edition includes an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate, which provides a historical...

In this engaging book, Peter Walker brings to life the world of Saint Paul through his expertise in Biblical studies and extensive experience leading tours around the Mediterranean. By reconstructing...

Romeo & Juliet GCSE English Text Guide provides a comprehensive guide to William Shakespeare's tragic love story. This GCSE English revision text is designed to support students in their studies,...

The Cambridge Companion to Shakespeare and Race explores the complex relationship between Shakespeare and race, moving beyond the most commonly studied plays to examine racialized discourses,...

Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice is now more accessible than ever. This Deluxe Student Edition features the original play alongside line-by-line translations in plain English, making it easier for...

Shakespeare's love sonnets are a testament to the power of emotion. In addition to his plays, he was also known for his poetry, which was shared with friends in a more intimate form.This faux leather...

Jonathan Bate's The Genius of Shakespeare is a fascinating exploration of the life and legacy of the world's greatest poet. The book delves into the question of whether Shakespeare was a genius, and...

A comprehensive introduction to the New Testament from a renowned scholar. This book provides a coherent and integrated overview of key issues in the study of the New Testament, drawing on lectures...

Shakespeare's MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM is now more accessible than ever. This new edition features line-by-line translations in plain English, alongside the original words, making it easier for...

Anthony Burgess's biography of Shakespeare brings to life the man and his age with passion and feeling for the creative act. This is a portrait that builds upon a personal tenderness for Shakespeare...

The Cambridge Guide to American Theatre by Don B. Wilmeth is a comprehensive guide that offers an in-depth exploration of American theatre from its early beginnings to the present day. Edited by...

Maxwell Perkins: Genius EditorThis biography tells the fascinating story of Maxwell Perkins, the talented editor who nurtured some of the 20th century's most renowned writers. From F. Scott...

Shakespeare's London: Everyday Life in the City 1580-1616 By Stephen Porter This book offers a fascinating glimpse into everyday life in London during William Shakespeare's time. Drawing on...

Shakespeare's "The Comedy of Errors" is a play that has been puzzling audiences for centuries. This No Fear guide makes it accessible and enjoyable, with its line-by-line translation and helpful...

Shakespeare's Sonnets are a collection of 154 poems that explore themes of love, beauty, and mortality. This edition features a new introduction by Stephen Orgel, which examines the complex textual...

Terry Deary's Best Ever Shakespeare Tales brings the Bard's most beloved plays to life in a fresh and exciting way.Discover the stories behind your favourite Shakespeare plays, from how they were...

The Anarchy: The East India Company, Corporate Violence, and the Pillage of an Empire by William Dalrymple In 1765, the East India Company's victory over the Mughal emperor marked a turning point in...

Shakespeare for Snowflakes On Slapstick and Sympathy by Ian Burrows explores how playwrights like Shakespeare, Sarah Kane, Sophocles, Samuel Beckett, and others used the actor's body to evoke...

Break through the barriers of restraint and incomprehension when faced with Shakespeare's language. Kristin Linklater offers a practical approach to understanding and speaking Elizabethan English,...

William Morris' literary and artistic achievements span multiple disciplines, from poetry to design and prose. This collection brings together his diverse works, edited by his daughter May Morris,...

The second volume in a two-part work, this book provides a framework for understanding the life and thought of the apostle Paul. It focuses on discerning Paul's voice and exploring interpretive...

Unlock the power of Shakespeare's language with this practical guide from renowned acting expert Andy Hinds. Over thirty years of teaching experience is distilled into simple, test-proven exercises...

The Taming of the Shrew is a comprehensive edition of William Shakespeare's play, designed to help students engage with the text in a creative and accessible way. This improved, larger-format edition...

The New Oxford Dictionary for Writers and Editors is an authoritative guide to words and names that can cause confusion. With expert advice from Oxford Languages, it covers 25,000 frequently misused...

A fast-moving historical novel that introduces an important era with casual familiarity. Widge is forced to steal Shakespeare's play "Hamlet" for his fearsome master, and so he works his way into the...

Queer Shakespeare: Desire and Sexuality offers a major reassessment of desire, body, and sexuality in Shakespeare's drama and poetry. This collection brings together prominent critics working at the...

Paul: A Student-Friendly Introduction to Research and Writing on Paul in Recent YearsThis textbook provides clear information about research and writing on Paul, exploring how his early life...

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...

Paul's "Works of the Law" in the Perspective of Second-Century Reception by Matthew J. Thomas explores how Paul's second-century readers understood his disputed term, "works of the law". This...

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...

The Oxford Shakespeare: Troilus and CressidaThis philosophical play explores themes of war, sex, and time, making its ideas remarkably relevant even today.With an introduction by Kenneth Muir, this...

All's Well That Ends Well is one of Shakespeare's most complex and intriguing plays. This new edition features an updated introduction by Alexander Leggatt, which explores the play's performance...

Retold for children by award-winning author Geraldine McCaughrean, this collection brings Shakespeare's greatest plays to life in an accessible way.Ten of Shakespeare's most famous stories are retold...

William Blake's Universe explores the artist's complex relationship with Europe against a backdrop of turmoil. In response to revolution and war in Europe, enslavement and exploitation in European...

William Shakespeare's plays offer profound insights into power and politics. His works are filled with characters who navigate the complexities of ambition, cruelty, hope, and humanity in pursuit of...

The Editor's Voice: 120 Years of Wisden Opinion For over a century, Wisden has been the definitive guide to cricket. At its heart lies the section known as Notes By The Editor, where the editor...

Side-by-side comparisons of Shakespeare's original text and a modern version, with marginal notes and explanations, help to bring this complex play within reach. This edition also provides full...

This collection of essays explores Shakespeare's play The Winter's Tale through a range of critical perspectives. Featuring contributions from notable scholars such as Donald Stauffer, E.M.W...

Shakespeare: An Ungentle Life by Katherine Duncan-Jones is a deeply considered and stimulating biography that offers a nuanced portrayal of the playwright's life. The author's intimate knowledge of...

This edition of Henry IV, Part I offers a fresh and accessible approach to Shakespeare's tragi-comedy. With an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate, it provides a historical overview of the play...

Punctuation: A Guide for Editors and Proofreaders by Gerard M.-F. Hill provides a reason-based approach to punctuation and its uses, helping achieve maximum clarity and consistency in written...

Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice is a play that can be enjoyed and understood in its entirety. These guides make the Bard's plays accessible and enjoyable. Each No Fear guide contains the...

Shakespeare at War: A Material History explores how Shakespeare's cultural capital has been deployed during times of national conflict. This collection brings together engaging stories and archival...

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 gave evidence in court in 1612, leaving behind his only recorded spoken words. In "The Lodger Shakespeare", Charles Nicholl examines this intriguing episode in the Bard's life, using a...

William S. Burroughs' Queer is a novel that defies easy categorisation, blending elements of autobiography and politics with dark humour and fantasy. Written in 1952, but not published until 1985,...

Shakespeare's language remains a rich and complex subject for exploration. This book provides a lively introduction to his linguistic creativity, examining the five main dimensions of language...

William Brown is back in this 100th anniversary edition of More William, featuring a brand new centenary cover and the original inside illustrations by Thomas Henry. This collection of fourteen funny...

A larger-format edition of the Cambridge School Shakespeare plays, extensively rewritten and expanded, brings Shakespeare's imaginative world to life in accessible and creative ways. This edition...

William in Trouble by Richmal Crompton is a collection of fourteen Just William Stories. This new edition features a brand-new cover look illustrated by Alex T. Smith. William Brown, the lovable but...

A Guide to Love's Labour's Lost by Alistair Mccallum provides a clear and concise introduction to Shakespeare's play. This handbook includes a detailed description of the plot, along with quotations...

Dante's Purgatorio is an allegorical tale regarding man's search for divinity, presented in verse translation by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Written in the Italian language, this work was an uncommon...

William at Christmas by Richmal Crompton is a charming tale of mischief and mayhem during the holiday season. In this festive edition, William Brown's antics are accompanied by Thomas Henry's...

Jesus the Lord according to Paul the Apostle A Concise Introduction by Gordon D. Fee provides a comprehensive overview of Paul's understanding of Jesus Christ.This concise volume distills the results...

This modern edition of Much Ado About Nothing presents a comprehensive understanding of Shakespeare's beloved comedy. With an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate, this unique edition explores...

A comprehensive collection of Shakespeare's works in one convenient box set. This deluxe edition brings together three essential mini books: summaries of his 36 famous plays, a guide to his most...

Shakespeare's Dark Lady: A New Perspective on the Woman Behind His Plays? Amelia Bassano was born into a family of Venetian Jews who served as court musicians to Queen Elizabeth I. At around 13, she...

Shakespeare's later Comedies are collected in this volume, featuring THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, AS YOU LIKE IT, TWELFTH NIGHT, ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS...

King Henry VIII, edited and introduced by John Margeson, presents a balanced account of the play's complex history and interpretation. This edition explores the political and religious background to...

Paul Fresh Perspectives by Nicholas Thomas Wright This book builds on and develops a new approach to understanding Paul, formulated by a group of scholars. It is based on the prestigious Hulsean...

The Merry Wives of Windsor: A Comedy of Contemporary Realism This edition of Shakespeare's play offers a fresh perspective on one of his most appealing works. Set in England, it features female...

Develop your skills as a director with this practical guide to Shakespeare. Adrian Noble shares his expertise from years of experience at the Royal Shakespeare Company and beyond, offering insights...

The Secret Architecture of Shakespeare's Sonnets by Steven Monte Shakespeare's sonnets have long been a subject of fascination for scholars and poetry enthusiasts alike. This book offers a fresh...

Shakespeare's Macbeth has been reimagined in a graphic novel style, bringing a fresh perspective to this story. Adapted by Steve Skidmore and Steve Barlow, with illustrations by Jason Millet and Edu...

Reading Paul offers a fresh introduction to the Apostle and his gospel, written for lay readers and those new to Paul's teachings. Michael J. Gorman explores the central themes of Paul's message,...

This book explores the significant influence of Shakespeare's works on Harold Pinter's career as a playwright. From Pinter's pre-theatre writings to his collaboration with Sir Peter Hall, and even an...

Art of the Cut: Conversations with Film and TV Editors offers an unparalleled insight into the art and technique of contemporary film and television editing. Over 50 top editors from around the globe...

Garry Wills' Verdi's Shakespeare Men of the Theater is a fascinating study of the operas that Giuseppe Verdi adapted from Shakespeare's plays. The book delves into the fast-paced worlds of these men...

When aspiring novelist Christopher Flinders drops out of university, his family is sceptical about his decision to pursue a writing career. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he is taken up...

The Curious Tale of the Lego Lost at Sea In 1997, a cargo ship called the Tokio Express was hit by a rogue wave off the coast of Cornwall, resulting in the loss of sixty-two containers, including one...

Coriolanus, a powerful exploration of ambition and power, is a play that continues to resonate with audiences today.Edited by renowned Shakespeareans A. R. Braunmuller and Stephen Orgel, this edition...

Shakespeare: Staging the World presents a fresh perspective on one of history's most exceptional creative minds. This richly illustrated book explores how the playwright's work informed and provoked...

This five-view work brings together leading Pauline scholars to engage in a constructive conversation on key issues of Pauline theology. The editors provide an informative recent history of biblical...

Experience the enduring power of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies in this stunning Deluxe Hardbound Edition. With its exquisite design and durable construction, this book is a treasure for any...

Shakespeare's The Tempest is presented in a unique and engaging graphic novel format, bringing the fantastical revenge story to life. Adapted by Steve Skidmore and Steve Barlow, with illustrations by...

Ancient Greece: A Very Short Introduction by Paul Cartledge The influence of Ancient Greece on modern Western culture is profound, shaping art, architecture, myth, literature, and philosophy in...

Bill Bryson's Dictionary for Writers and Editors is a comprehensive guide to the English language, covering essential topics such as spelling, grammar, and usage. Originally revised and updated by...

Paul Valéry's monumental work is a testament to the power of poetry and intellectual inquiry. This bilingual edition brings together the poet's most celebrated verse and prose, offering a unique...

Ten classic adventure stories from the beloved series, featuring original interior illustrations and a fresh cover. William Brown is back to his usual tricks in this centenary anniversary edition.A...

This edition of Shakespeare's Othello brings together a wide range of critical articles and contemporary essays to provide a comprehensive understanding of the play. Alongside works by notable...

The Quality of Mercy: Reflections on ShakespeareA collection of essays by renowned theatre director Peter Brook, exploring his thoughts on various aspects of Shakespeare's works and legacy.Brook...

Shakespeare's Advice to the Players is a concise guide for actors and directors working with Shakespeare's plays. The book distills the Bard's advice into practical advice on pacing, pauses, and...

This modern edition of Shakespeare's All's Well that Ends Well presents a unique perspective on the play, exploring its performance history and various interpretations. With an expert introduction by...