Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
This vintage book contains Charles Lamb's 1907 collection of children's stories; "Tales from Shakespeare". Written in collaboration with his sister, it was intended to present to the young reader an introduction to the study of Shakespeare, and contains versions of Shakespeare's works without the archaic language and complicated storylines. This timeless volume is perfect for young children with an interest in reading, and would make for a great addition to the family collection. Charles Lamb (1775 - 1834) was an English writer and essayist, best known for his 'Essays of Elia' and this edition, 'Tales from Shakespeare' - which he produced in conjunction with his sister; Mary Lamb. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition - complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.
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The following Tales are meant to be submitted to the young reader as an introduction to the study of Shakespeare, for which purpose his words are used whenever it seemed possible to bring them in; and in whatever has been added to give them the regular form of a connected story, diligent are has been taken to select such words as might least interrupt the effect of the beautiful English tongue in which he wrote: therefore, words introduced into our language since his time have been as far as possible avoided. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
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This beautiful Asbj rnsen and Moe folk tale anthology features wondrous stories from Nordic and Norwegian folklore, accompanied by Kay Nielsen's masterful artwork.
Edited and collated by Peter Christen Asbj rnsen and J rgen Engebretsen Moe, East of the Sun and West of the Moon is a gorgeously detailed anthology of Nordic and Norwegian folk tales. Featuring stories that are well-known and much-loved, as well as some rarer tales, this volume is completed by the incredible illustrations by Kay Nielsen. Dazzling colour and black-and-white illustrations accompany the text and bring Asbj rnsen and Moe's storytelling to life.
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This delightful anthology of William Shakespeare's best and most-loved narratives has been edited for a younger audience. The reproduced stories are brought to life by the magical artwork of Golden Age Illustrator, Arthur Rackham.
Compiled and edited by Mary and Charles Lamb, this Shakespeare anthology features some of the most poignant and well-known narratives in literary and theatrical history. Reproduced for children, this fantastic collection is the perfect introduction to the Bard for young readers.
The contents of this volume features the following narratives:
- The Tempest
- A Midsummer Night's Dream
- Much Ado About Nothing
- King Lear
- Macbeth
- Romeo and Juliet
- Hamlet
Featuring beautiful black-and-white illustrations by Arthur Rackham, Tales from Shakespeare combines the Lambs' enchanting storytelling with the Golden Age Illustrator's unparalleled artwork.