Book description
An accessible and entertaining journey through the life, times, and
work of the Bard - Enigma. Master of language. The greatest comedian
in history? The most famous writer in the world. But isn't he a little
bit boring? This is an essential guide for anyone who has previously
avoided the Bard, and is the perfect introduction for first time
students or seasoned theatre lovers. The book contains a full
commentary of all the plays by bestselling and reknowned writer Peter
Ackroyd as well as full descriptions of the cast and the drama; not
forgetting the best speeches, and the wit and wisdom from across the
works. There is also an opportunity to explore the poems and a
complete set of sonnets, as well as an investigation of who the dark
lady might have been. Contains:The complete sonnets; the greatest
speeches; the best lines. Perfect for students struggling through
their first play or for theatre lovers anywhere. Entertaining,
accessible, Shakespeare without the boring bits.
Peter Ackroyd is a world renowned novelist, biographer, poet, TV
presenter and historian. He has written a number of ground breaking
books about London including the novel Hawksmoor, as well as London: the
Biography and Thames: Sacred River. His biography of William Shakespeare
was considered by the Independent to 'set a new standard for accounts of
Shakespeare's life'. In 2003 he was awarded a CBE for his services to
literarure.
