Publisher's Synopsis
Stories From Shakespeare is a collection of retellings of some of the most famous plays written by William Shakespeare. Written by Mara L. Pratt and first published in 1890, this book is aimed at young readers and provides an accessible introduction to the works of Shakespeare. The stories included in the book cover a range of genres, from tragedy to comedy, and include classics such as Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, Hamlet, and A Midsummer Night's Dream. Each story is written in a clear and engaging style, making it easy for readers to follow the plot and understand the characters. Pratt's retellings are faithful to the original plays, but she has also added her own touches to make the stories more appealing to a younger audience. The book is beautifully illustrated throughout, with black and white drawings that bring the characters and settings to life. Overall, Stories From Shakespeare is a timeless classic that continues to captivate young readers and provide an excellent introduction to the works of one of the greatest playwrights in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
