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What's So Special About Shakespeare? (Paperback)

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Paperback 160 Pages
Published: 03/03/2016
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An engaging, easy-to-use and informative biography of Shakespeare with humorous illustrations.

So what was it like to live in Shakespeare's time? What do we actually know about him? And how does someone become that famous? These are just a few of the questions addressed in this lively and accessible book on the life and works of William Shakespeare by award-winning author Michael Rosen. Ideal for browsing, the text is divided into clear sections and includes studies of four of Shakespeare's plays, intriguing facts and information about Shakespeare himself and the world at this time, accompanied by a useful timeline.

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
ISBN: 9781406367416
Number of pages: 160
Weight: 149 g
Dimensions: 198 x 129 x 11 mm


MEDIA REVIEWS

A revelation of just how good a teacher and critic Rosen is. Will serve as a model for those teaching Shakespeare at Key Stages 2 and 3. - The Times Educational Supplement

A terrific idea, winningly executed by poet and wit Michael Rosen. Taking four of the bard’s plays ... he presents a lively canter through Shakespeare’s life and times, and in the lightest possible manner offers a persuasive argument for why Shakespeare still matters. Better than that, why he is a pleasure, not a chore - The Glasgow Herald

A lively and accessible book. - My Child

Stands out because it encourage children to wonder and questions why Shakespeare is still acted, read and quotes and why his work still shapes our language and literature today - Books for Keeps, 10 best books to introduce children to William Shakespeare

An engaging, easy-to-use and informative biography of Shakespeare with humorous illustrations. - The Bookseller

Find out what makes Shakespeare so special in this brilliant introduction to his work and world by the esteemed Michael Rosen. - Angels & Urchins

This is a wonderful introduction to our most famous playwright. […] Inspiring. - South Wales Evening Post

This smart series for young readers poses a good question, and in the hands of all-round literature-lover, Michael Rosen, the answer is both educational and entertaining. […] a rousing round-up of the Bard’s continuing significance. Nicely packaged with hilarious illustrations - IBW Children's Book Guide, The Bookseller

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