Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare

by E Nesbit

Overview

E. Nesbit, the celebrated English children’s author, retells Shakespeare’s most famous plays in an accessible and entertaining fashion. Originally styled ‘A Home Study Course’, this collection of twenty stories was intended to introduce young children to the plays of Shakespeare. It is written in a style that is both engaging and easily understood, and Nesbit’s admiration for the original works is apparent throughout. Whether you are learning about Shakespeare for the first time or seeking to refresh your memory, Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare is a highly enjoyable book.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781605120508
Publisher:	Akasha Classics
Publication date:	09/12/2008
Pages:	212
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.63(d)

About the Author

'Edith Nesbit' (1858-1924), born in England, was a British poet and novelist. As a political activist, she co-founded the Fabian Society, which was later affiliated to the Labour party. She wrote over forty books for children and her best-known works include 'The Railway Children' and 'The Five Children and It'.