Publisher's Synopsis
A fanciful, family-friendly tale with full-color illustrations that will stir the curiosity of those who don't yet know Mr. Shakespeare, and tickle the fancy of those who do! Encourages the power of good words in our everyday lives, and reveals some of the influence of Shakespeare in our language and culture. A humorous and musical way to introduce William Shakespeare to kids, or even teens, with quotes and interesting facts, wrapped in Southern charm and lively mouse tails. Free study guide on website. Will Surrey, the proprietor of the Surrey Gas Station in Stratford Corners in 1955 Alabama, tells the story of how the power of a few good words drives a treasure hunt for a lost manuscript, from 1616 London to 1955 New York City and rural Alabama, where you don't want to miss the Down Yonder! This unique tale features quite a few delightful and rather peculiar characters and a few well-known works of William Shakespeare, particularly Taming of the Shrew and Romeo & Juliet. Discover just how often we all quote the Great Bard and don't even know it! And find out what happens when a powerful, big-city family of lawyers meets the citizens of a charming little hamlet in Alabama in 1955. In four parts, the book has 14 chapters, plus Petruckio's Mack Truck Guide to Quotes, Names & Interesting Facts. Read it to anyone 5 and up (with great expression!), or hand it to anyone ages 9 to 12 or grades 4 to 7 (or higher). They'll learn a few new good words. First as the romantic musical comedy stage play, A Shakespearean Tale! has proven to delight audiences from ages 5 to 85. It yearned to be a book, which includes the lyrics to the seven songs. Information about song downloads and the original stage script and the additional free study guide is included in the book.
