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A Brief Guide to William Shakespeare

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An accessible and entertaining journey through the life, times, and work of the Bard - Enigma. Master of language. The greatest comedian in history? The most famous writer in the world. But isn't he a little bit boring? This is an essential guide for anyone who has previously avoided the Bard, and is the perfect introduction for first time students or seasoned theatre lovers. The book contains a full commentary of all the plays by bestselling and reknowned writer Peter Ackroyd as well as full descriptions of the cast and the drama; not forgetting the best speeches, and the wit and wisdom from across the works. There is also an opportunity to explore the poems and a complete set of sonnets, as well as an investigation of who the dark lady might have been. Contains: The complete sonnets; the greatest speeches; the best lines. Perfect for students struggling through their first play or for theatre lovers anywhere. Entertaining, accessible, Shakespeare without the boring bits.

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ISBN: 9781849010481
Publication date: 25th March 2010
Author: Peter Ackroyd
Publisher: Robinson an imprint of Little, Brown Book Group
Format: Paperback
Pagination: 464 pages
Series: Brief Histories
Genres: Literary studies: plays and playwrights
Literary studies: c 1600 to c 1800