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Kate Brown
Richard Appignanesi
William Shakespeare
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Graphic Novel
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Publisher | SelfMadeHero | ||
ISBN | 978-095528564 | ||
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Tomi
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Synopsis
Shakespeare's enduring characters are set adrift in present-day Athens, but a present with a massive difference - an alternative history. Rigid class systems and `god given' monarchies of the past have not been lost. Modern technologies meet ancient tradition; and the citizens of Athens are frustrated by continuing restrictions and hierarchies. Only the forest, home to the fairies and fey spirits can offer the illicit lovers what they seek.
Review
'The course of love never did run smooth', if you're like me and had a boyfriend your parents hated, but you're adamant that you're going to see this relationship through then you'll relate to this Shakespeare novel. Now I'm not really a romance reader, I'm more of Troll Slayer kind of a gal, however, I was pleasantly surprised to pick up this book and keep on reading...with interest! Frustrated love, jealousy, and of course a touch of mistaken identity is brought to life with loads of good illustration, though it is not as crisp and satisfying to look at as the 'Twelfth Night' it does hit the mark on conveying characters. I just wish they draw in all the noses! Anyhoowz, eat up this fine introduction to Shakespeare.
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