Synopses & Reviews
In
Shakespeare Well-Versed James Muirden captures the essence of each of the bards plays in quick-witted, rhyming verse. These clever synopses--with varied rhyme schemes--bring to life the high points and high jinks of all of Shakespeares plays. Here the best-loved scenes and characters—Romeo and Juliets impassioned balcony rendezvous, Henry V's speech before the Battle of Agincourt, Hamlet's melancholy soliloquy, the three witches meddling in Macbeth--are given fresh perspective by Muirden's charming, insightful interpretations.
Whether you are a lifelong devotee of Shakespeare or one who hasn't read his work since high school, you will be delighted by Muirdens verse and by David Eccless wickedly clever illustrations that are featured throughout the book. Shakespeare Well-Versed is a smart and entertaining companion to Shakespeare's plays.
Review
"A perfect little gift for any fan of Shakespeare with a sense of humor." --Nancy Pearl, author of
Book Lust
Synopsis
Shakespeare Well Versed will enchant readers with clever, rhyming synopses of all of the bard's plays. James Muirden skillfully employs varied rhyme schemes to bring to life the high points and high jinks of these classic works. From the famous balcony scene in "Romeo and Juliet, to "Hamlet's melancholy soliloquy and the Battle of Agincourt in "Henry V. each play is honored with its own witty verses. All the best-loved scenes and characters are present, and occasional barbs of modern humor are deftly woven in. Whether a serious student of Shakespeare, or one who hasn't read his plays since high school, readers will be charmed by Muirden's verse and by the wickedly clever illustrations of David Eccles that are featured throughout the book.
About the Author
James Muirden is the author of
A Rhyming History of Britain. He lives in Devon, England, with his wife and two children.