Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet

Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet

by Michael Rosen (Author), Michael Rosen (Author), Jane Ray (Illustrator)

Synopsis

This most famous of love stories is uniquely presented in picture book form for children. The tale is told scene by scene in a simple lively style, with dialogue reproducing Shakespeare's own words so that the most celebrated passages of the play are retained in their original form.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 80
Edition: UK ed.
Publisher: Walker Books
Published: 07 Feb 2005

ISBN 10: 1844285200
ISBN 13: 9781844285204
Children’s book age: 0-5 Years

Media Reviews
The wedding of text and images makes this book suitable for spirited nine-year-olds, but older readers will share in their pleasure. The Times Educational Suppiement; Excerpts from the play are cleverly entwined around Rosen's typically maverick narrative and Jane Ray's dramatic illustrations. A wonderful read that would be anexcellent aid for any child studying Shakespeare. Junior magazine
Author Bio
One of the best-known figures in the children's book world, and current Children's Laureate, Michael is renowned for his work as a poet, performer, broadcaster and scriptwriter. An acclaimed and award-winning artist whose distinctive artwork for children's books is recognized around the world.