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A play by William Shakespeare in 16 point type, this edition features large print for easier reading. Written in 16th century England, the play explores themes of power, ambition, and the human...

Shakespeare's Book: The Intertwined Lives Behind the First Folio charts the creation of the First Folio against a backdrop of seismic political events and international tensions. Dr Chris Laoutaris...

This Teacher Guide to A Midsummer Night's Dream is part of the RSC School Shakespeare series, designed to help students engage with Shakespeare's plays. Working in partnership with the Royal...

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,...

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...

This Teacher Guide to The Merchant of Venice is part of a new series designed to introduce students to Shakespeare's plays. In partnership with the Royal Shakespeare Company, this edition provides a...

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 sonnets have been interpreted in many ways over the centuries. In fact, different readers and writers had distinct approaches to understanding these poems during their first two...

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...

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...

The Connell Guide to Shakespeare's Twelfth Night by David Schalkwyk provides an in-depth exploration of William Shakespeare's play. This guide offers a clear and concise analysis of the text, making...

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,...

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...

A Handful of Earth, A Handful of Sky: The World of Octavia E. Butler offers a unique perspective on the creative process, exploring how to navigate and shape one's world. This collection of ideas is...

This 2010 edition of Wolfgang Clemen's influential study explores Shakespeare's use of imagery as an integral part of his dramatic art. By examining the progressive stages of Shakespeare's imagery in...

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...

The future of humanity hangs in the balance as a young being undergoes a transformative metamorphosis into adulthood. In this thought-provoking novel, the Oankali's future is inextricably linked to...

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...

Shakespeare's life and work have been extensively studied, yet few have explored the personal aspects of his writing. This book offers a fresh perspective on the Bard's plays and sonnets, revealing...

The Aston Martin Valhalla is a cutting-edge sports car that showcases modern technology. This hi-lo title provides an introduction to this high-tech vehicle, highlighting its key features and engine...

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,...

Directing Shakespeare in America: Current Practices by Charles Ney provides a comprehensive study of directing Shakespeare in the United States. This book compares and contrasts the methods, values,...

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...

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...

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 Sonnets: A Study of Universal Themes This 1961 study explores Shakespeare's treatment of Beauty, Love and Time in his sonnets. Leishman compares Shakespeare with other great poets and...

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...

Thinking Shakespeare: A Working Guide for Actors, Directors, and Anyone Else Interested in the Bard by Barry Edelstein. Practical advice on how to make Shakespeare's words feel spontaneous,...

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,...

Shakespeare's plays often explore the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of our actions. In Honour Killing in Shakespeare, Loraine Fletcher examines how the playwright portrays...

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...

Shakespeare's writings are everywhere - in books and movies, in love and war, in everyday speech. Yet what makes his work persistently powerful and fascinating? To explore this question, focus on...

Shakespeare Country by Peter Whelan is a modern retelling of A Midsummer Night's Dream. An American country singer travels to Stratford-on-Avon in search of proof that he is a descendant of the...

This comprehensive guide to stage combat choreography in Shakespeare's plays features 473 illustrations and offers a step-by-step approach to creating realistic fight scenes. From principal duels to...

Coleridge on Shakespeare: The Text of the Lectures of 1811-12 by R. A. Foakes. This collection provides the only substantial text of a series of lectures on Shakespeare by Samuel Taylor Coleridge,...

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...

Twelve actors from the Royal Shakespeare Company share their insights into the preparation and performance of a Shakespeare role in this unique collection.Written by the actors themselves, these...

Shakespeare's two Venetian plays remain a subject of growing critical interest. This collection offers new perspectives on their relationship with Venice, exploring its historical, political and...

A Guide to The Merry Wives of Windsor by Alistair McCallum provides a clear and concise introduction to Shakespeare's play. This study aid includes a detailed description of the plot, explanations of...

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...

William Morris's Collected Works: A Comprehensive Collection This collection brings together the literary and artistic achievements of William Morris, a creative titan of the Victorian age. As a...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

Thomas North's 1555 Travel Journal: From Italy to Shakespeare is an early modern journal kept by a member of Queen Mary's delegation to Rome. Its purpose was to win papal approval for England's...

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...

Shakespeare and the Problem of Meaning explores how Shakespeare's plays convey meaning through their own unique experiences.Rabkin examines eight key plays, including The Merchant of Venice, Henry V,...

The Martin Ukulele: A Story of Innovation and Growth This book tells the story of how C. F. Martin Co.'s ukulele-making helped transform the company into one of the world's leading guitar...

Agnes Martin: A Groundbreaking Survey This critically acclaimed monograph provides an in-depth account of Agnes Martin's artistic career, spanning from her early experimental works to her iconic...

George Steiner's new introduction to Martin Heidegger's work offers a clear and concise overview of this complex philosopher's ideas. With characteristic lucidity, Steiner addresses key themes such...

The Prometheans: John Martin and the Generation that Stole the Future by Max Adams In 19th-century Britain, a new generation of artists, scientists, and inventors emerged, driven by a desire to...

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...

Peptide Protocols Volume One by William A. Seeds Dr. William A. Seeds introduces the cellular medicine behind peptides, offering a foundational understanding of how peptides can improve patient...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 Liturgical Press has updated and revised its renowned reference work, Butler's Lives of the Saints. This twelve-volume series provides comprehensive entries on saints with feast days...

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...

Shakespeare's filmic legacy spans centuries and genres. This comprehensive guide explores the Bard's cinematic history, tracing his development as an author and auteur through adaptations from the...

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...

Learn to bring Shakespeare's plays to life with movement and music. This comprehensive guide covers all the dance styles featured in his works, from masques to pavans, and provides clear instructions...

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...

Martin's Mice is a heartwarming story about an unexpected pet. Unlike most kittens, Martin doesn't like eating mice - let alone catching them. When he catches one by mistake, he decides to keep it as...

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...

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...

The truth of a long-buried past is finally revealed, forcing the Phantomhive manor to confront its darkest secrets. As the truth comes to light, the foundations of the manor are shaken to their core...

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...

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...

Shakespeare in the Eighteenth Century by Fiona Ritchie and Peter Sabor explores how his works were received and used during this period. This book sheds light on the impact Shakespeare had on various...

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...

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...

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...

A reclusive classics don seeks to destroy a popular government minister using the Dark Web. His actions are linked to an elusive figure known as Martin, whose connection to their childhood friendship...

Do Butlers Burgle Banks? by Pelham Grenville Wodehouse is a lighthearted comedy about a man in a precarious situation. He needs someone to break into his bank before the trustees inspect it, and...

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...

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s words continue to inspire and motivate people around the world. This picture-book biography tells the story of his life, weaving together his immortal words with a...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Shakespeare's Proverbial Language: An Index by R. W. Dent provides a comprehensive guide to the language used in Shakespeare's plays and poems. Originally published in 1981, this title is part of UC...

Alternative Shakespeares 3 offers a fresh perspective on Shakespeare Studies, exploring new directions in performance studies, multimedia and textual criticism, as well as postcolonial and queer...

Shakespeare's influence can be seen in many American musicals. This book explores how five productions from 1938 to 1971 reflect this impact. Irene G. Dash examines adaptations of Shakespeare's...

Shakespeare Revolutionized: The First Hundred Years of J. Thomas Looney's Shakespeare IdentifiedThis book tells the fascinating story of how the identity of the real author behind some of...

The Butler Did It. Is There Anything He Didn't Do? by Sean Joseph is a crime novel that explores the complexities of human nature and the consequences of our choices.At its core, this story revolves...

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...

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...

The Cambridge Companion to Shakespeare's Poetry provides a comprehensive introduction to the poet's work, exploring his freestanding narrative poems, the Sonnets, and their presence in dramatic works...

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...

Shakespeare: A Beginner's Guide by Ros King is an engaging introduction to the works of one of literature's greatest writers. This fast-paced guide dispels common misconceptions about Shakespeare,...

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 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...

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...

Shakespeare's exploration of the complex relationships between fathers and daughters is a recurring theme in his works. This study examines the development of this theme across over 20 plays, drawing...

Shakespeare's plays were written for people who went to the theatre. This book explores what life was like for those who attended performances in Shakespeare's London. Andrew Gurr examines the...