The Shakespeare Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained

The Shakespeare Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained

<p><i>The Shakespeare Book</i> brings the work of William Shakespeare to life with full-color photography, images, idea webs, timelines, and quotes that help you understand the context of Shakespeare's plays and poems.</p><p>From Shakespeare's most-famous plays, such as <i>Romeo and Juliet</i> and <i>Julius Caesar</i>, to less-frequently performed works such as <i>King John</i> and <i>Henry VIII</i>, every play of the Shakespearean canon is collected in this comprehensive guide, along with his major poems and best-loved sonnets.</p><p>In <i>The Shakespeare Book</i> each play includes an at-a-glance guide to story chronology, so you can easily get back on track if you get lost in Shakespeare's language. Character guides provide a handy reference for casual readers and an invaluable resource for playgoers, and students writing reports on Shakespeare.</p><p>Packed with infographics and explanations of plots and including an introduction to Shakespeare's life and times, <i>The Shakespeare Book</i> is the ultimate guide to understanding the work of William Shakespeare.<br><br><b>Series Overview:</b> Big Ideas Simply Explained series uses creative design and innovative graphics along with straightforward and engaging writing to make complex subjects easier to understand. With over 7 million copies worldwide sold to date, these award-winning books provide just the information needed for students, families, or anyone interested in concise, thought-provoking refreshers on a single subject.<br><br></p>