Tales from Shakespeare
Tales from Shakespeare
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Tales from Shakespeare

Written by Michael Morpurgo
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7 - 99
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Feb 11, 2025
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Ten stunning Shakespeare retellings from the master storyteller, with an introduction by Benedict Cumberbatch Featuring re-tellings of ten of Shakespeare’s plays, and beautifully written with Michael Morpurgo’s warm, accessible and inimitable style, this wonderful collection offers a new generation of readers the chance to discover the magic of Shakespeare - the perfect introduction to the Bard and an unmissable book for children.Stunningly illustrated throughout with contributions from ten different artists, each with a special connection to the author, and published in a beautiful hardback edition, Tales from Shakespeare is a glorious tribute to both Shakespeare and Michael Morpurgo, making this the perfect gift.A contemporary Lamb’s Tales for a new generation.Featuring: Macbeth, illustrated by Dapo AdeolaThe Taming of the Shrew, illustrated by Joelle AvelinoRomeo and Juliet, illustrated by Peter BaileyThe Tempest, illustrated by BarrouxTwelfth Night, illustrated by Ian BeckHenry V, illustrated by Christian BirminghamA Midsummer Night’s Dream, illustrated by Alona MillgramHamlet, illustrated by Tom Clohosy ColeKing Lear, illustrated by Michael ForemanThe Winter’s Tale, illustrated by Sam Usher

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780008728175
    Publication Date
    February 11, 2025
    Publisher
    HarperCollinsChildren'sBooks
    Original Publication Date
    February 11, 2025
    Page Count
    304
    Audience
    Juvenile Reader
    Reading Age
    7 - 99+ years

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