shakespeare, william

Examines how William Shakespeare explored the theme of tyranny in his play "Julius Caesar.".

A graphic novel adaptation of William Shakespeare's classic drama about Lear of Britain, a mythological pre-Roman Celtic king.

Discusses the work by Shakespeare in great detail to provide the reader with a greater understanding of the characters in Hamlet.

A graphic novel adaptation of Shakespeare's dark comedy about a creditor who demands a pound of flesh as payment for a defaulted debt, and a lover who must choose among three caskets in a riddle game to win the hand of a wealthy lady.

Bill Bryson investigates the slim facts known about the life of William Shakespeare, looks at some of the more unusual speculations about the great playwright and poet, and surveys the theories of people who have sought to debunk Shakespeare's authorship.

Describes the fates of the 153 passengers bound for the colony in Jamestown, Virginia, after a hurricane stranded them for nearly a year on uninhabited Bermuda, based on the journal records kept by castaway and English gentleman, William Strachey.

A graphic novel adaptation of the Shakespearean play "As you like it" in which Rosalind, banished to the Forest of Arden and disguised as a boy, reunites with her true love, Orlando.

Read a diverse collection of personal narratives explaining what it is like to deal with specific social issues. Provides information to broaden and balance readers exposure to current issues.

Explores Macbeth, by William Shakespeare, through the lens of the major social issue of power, reflected in it, and features carefully selected content representing a variety of perspectives.

A collection of primary documents, including royal proclamations, court confessions, and an actor's journal, that provide historical, literary, theatrical, social, and political background information about Shakespeare's drama, "Macbeth.".