The Little Book of Shakespeare (DK Big Ideas Series)

The Little Book of Shakespeare is an illustrated guide to the works of William Shakespeare. This compact edition forms part of the DK Big Ideas series.

Key details

• Series: DK Big Ideas
• Compact format
• Covers Shakespeare’s plays, sonnets and poetry
• Includes lost plays and lesser-known poems
• Features graphics, illustrations and timelines for each play

Synopsis

Designed as a primer to Shakespeare’s writing, this bold volume surveys the full range of his work, from comedies such as Twelfth Night and As You Like It to tragedies including Julius Caesar and Hamlet, alongside lost plays and less familiar poetry. Easy-to-follow graphics and witty illustrations unpack themes, plots, characters and language, while illustrated timelines provide an at-a-glance view of the action in each play.

Detailed plot summaries and closer analysis of major characters and themes make this an innovative exploration of the Shakespeare canon. Suitable for students and established Shakespeare readers alike.

Rackhams Reference : 9QA5UK557G