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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1798
Tales from Shakespeare
Part of the Puffin Classics series
Experience Shakespeare's timeless tales reimagined with vivid storytelling.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 7,035 ratings
383 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Step into the world of Shakespeare with Charles and Mary Lamb's retellings. From the intrigue of Hamlet to the humor of As You Like It, these tales capture the essence of the Bard's masterpieces. Will the power of his language and the depth of his characters resonate with a new generation? Discover the drama, wit, and wisdom that have captivated audiences for centuries, now brought to life in a fresh and engaging way. Perfect for newcomers and seasoned fans alike, these stories offer a gateway to the timeless works of Shakespeare.
From the publisher
With an introduction by Dame Judi Dench.TALES FROM SHAKESPEARE is a perfect introduction to Shakespeare’s greatest plays. Charles and Mary Lamb vividly bring to life the power of Hamlet and Othello, and the fun of As You Like It. They never lose the feel of Shakespeare’s language and the tales are classic literature in their own right.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 383
- Reading age
- 10–99+
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 960L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 12.8
- F&P level
- ~W
- AR points
- 23
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 52298
Publication
- Published
- May 27, 2010
- First published
- January 1, 1798
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780141321684
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