Tales from Shakespeare

Posted by MB on December 04, 1997 at 14:48:03:

In response to Point well taken, written by Linda on December 04, 1997 at 11:54:21

Thank you for understanding, Linda!

At the risk of appearing contrary, I would count Lamb's Tales from Shakepeare as an exception. It's not an abridgement of Shakepeare, nor does it try to ape his style or dialogue in any way. It's a great collection of plots that still help me when discussing Shakespeare! I, too, highly recommend it. I think that it's a good preparation for enjoying the plays later; you already know the "story", so you can begin to appreciate the style and language more. And I do recommend it to people who are going to take their children to see the plays performed.

Michele (MB)
:-)

REPLIES:

• a little late but.... Sherry 22:55:31 12/04/97 (1)
  • Not too late! And thanks :-) (NFM) MB 11:13:58 12/05/97 (0)
• Seeing vs. reading Carolyn B 18:49:57 12/04/97 (2)
  • Absolutely! Sara Jane 12:06:22 12/05/97 (0)
  • In agreement MB 11:11:37 12/05/97 (0)

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