The Shakespeare Story-Book

By Mary Macleod

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Banished from their home, a magician and his daughter use enchanted powers and a raging storm to confront enemies and reclaim what was lost.

Genres

Culture/Civilization/Society Literature

Released

2015-06-06

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Summary

"The Shakespeare Story-Book" by Mary Macleod is a collection of Shakespeare's plays retold as simpler stories for young audiences. These stories put a spotlight on main characters like Prospero and Miranda. The tale starts on a lonely island, where Prospero, once a duke, now lives with his daughter and magical helpers, Ariel and Caliban. Prospero uses his magic to create a big storm, telling Miranda about how they ended up on the island and his goal to get his dukedom back. Ariel helps him with his magic, making sure no one gets hurt in the storm. The beginning introduces magic, revenge, and love in a way that grabs young readers' attention and pulls them into Shakespeare's world.