A motley jest : $b Shakespearean diversions

"A motley jest : Shakespearean diversions" by Oscar Fay Adams is a creative theatrical piece that serves as both a tribute and an extension of Shakespeare's timeless plays. Set in the early 20th century, the book presents a blend of fantasy and drama through "A Shakespearean Fantasy" and "The Merchant of Venice: Act Sixth". The "Shakespearean Fantasy" offers playful dialogues between characters like Caliban, Ferdinand, and Miranda, reimagining them within a whimsical, dream-like atmosphere full of light hearted interactions, while the secondary piece explores Shylock's emotional struggles and identity crisis following his conversion to Christianity, and his considerations of seeking revenge. Overall, this work revisits Shakespeare's well-known characters and narratives, invites readers to experience familiar stories in a new light, and enhances them with humor and creative takes on familiar plots.