ISBN: B000JLG8HO
The Arden Shakespeare The Tempest (Heath's English Classics)
$37.29
ISBN: B000JLG8HO
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A readable copy with all pages intact.
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A readable copy with all pages intact.
Book Overview
The Tempest by William Shakespeare is a captivating tale of magic, betrayal, revenge, and forgiveness. The play follows Prospero, the rightful Duke of Milan, who has been exiled to a remote island with his daughter, Miranda, after being overthrown by his brother. Using his knowledge of magic and the assistance of the spirit Ariel, Prospero conjures a powerful storm that shipwrecks his enemies on the island. As the stranded nobles wander through an enchanted landscape, they encounter strange creatures, supernatural illusions, and unexpected challenges. Meanwhile, Miranda falls in love with Ferdinand, the son of the King of Naples, setting the stage for reconciliation between their families.
Blending romance, comedy, and supernatural intrigue, The Tempest explores themes of power, freedom, justice, and the transformative nature of mercy. As Prospero orchestrates events to confront those who wronged him, he must ultimately choose between vengeance and forgiveness. Featuring memorable characters such as the mischievous spirit Ariel and the rebellious Caliban, the play examines the complexities of human nature and the struggle for control over one's destiny. Widely regarded as one of Shakespeare's final solo plays, The Tempest offers a moving meditation on redemption, reconciliation, and the power of letting go.
This description may be from another edition of this product.- Format:
- Hardcover
- ISBN:
- B000JLG8HO
- Release Date:
- January 1908
- Publisher:
- D. C. Heath & Co
- Length:
- 127 Pages
- Weight:
- 0.50 lbs.
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William Shakespeare (April 26, 1564 (baptism)–d. April 23, 1616) was an English poet and playwright and is considered a key member of the English literature canon. Shakespeare's work includes 154 sonnets and 38 plays; while his earlier plays were comedies and histories, his later work focused on tragedy (e.g. "Macbeth"). Shakespeare's reputation grew after his death and especially in the 19th century when he became the world's most celebrated dramatist. Now his work is reinterpreted and performed around the world.
Customer Reviews
Ordered a paperback— not a mass-market paperback.
I wanted a paperback and not a mass market edition of this book. I ordered a paperback edition of this book.
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What you deserve from Norton at a good price.
I found this a very helpful and interesting adjunct to the play proper (although, of course, it has the play in it). Like most NCE's it is stuffed with extras: primary sources, critical reactions and analyses, and creative reinterpretations. The price is a little higher than the Folger or other popular Shakepeare's paperbacks, but you get a lot of bang for only a few extra bucks. Pretty cool. I found it worked well as a "Teacher's Edition."
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Sparknotes Rule!!
We are collecting as many Sparknotes as possible. When you are required to read Shakespeare, you must have a guide. It's that simple. There is no guide better, in our opinion as teachers, and students of literature.
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Excellent series for students
The Oxford School Shakespeare series is excellent for students, both high schoolers and undergraduates. They provide play text that is clearly and attractively laid out on the page with copious notes and annotations, as well as line-drawings and illustrations to enliven and elucidate. The introductory material on sources, plot summary, characterizations, thematic interpretations, music, and even suggestions for classwork and projects for expanded study, are excellent. Highly recommended!
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Great Study Helper
This was a great helper for my english class. It helped so mcuh for studing and homework. In it you get not only the text, but summaries and translations from the old english to the modern english. It also includes insights into William Shakspears writting technique. It helped me so much i dont know what i'd do without it. I recommend this to anyone who is studing The Tempest, because it will be your bestfriend forever! Definatly choose this edition! It's FANTASTIC!
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