Tales from Shakespeare: Play Guide and Free Edition
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Tales from Shakespeare is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Lamb, Charles (1775–1834); Lamb, Mary (1764–1847).
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"Tales from Shakespeare" by Charles Lamb and Mary Lamb is a collection of retellings of some of William Shakespeare's most famous plays, written in the early 19th century. The book aims to serve as an introduction for young readers to the works of Shakespeare, blending his original language with accessible prose, while carefully selecting words to maintain the beauty of the English language. The opening of the collection includes a preface explaining the purpose and structure of the abridged tales, emphasizing that they seek to make Shakespeare’s stories easier to understand for young audiences. It then begins with "The Tempest," introducing characters such as Prospero, a duke turned sorcerer, and his daughter Miranda, who live in isolation on an enchanted island. The narrative highlights Prospero's magical abilities and his plot to regain his dukedom, showcasing themes of love, betrayal, and reconciliation as various shipwrecked characters interact in this strange new world, all leading to profound discoveries about identity and forgiveness.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Tales from Shakespeare
- Author credits: Lamb, Charles (1775–1834); Lamb, Mary (1764–1847)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Adaptations
- Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Stories, plots, etc. -- Juvenile literature
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
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