Published in association with the Royal Shakespeare Company, and beautifully illustrated with contemporary images from Shakespeare's time as well as photographs of RSC performances, this book explores the poet's life and the enduring legacy of his work. It delves into the likely sources that inspired him to write such masterpieces as The Merchant of Venice, Othello and Macbeth and assesses the influences of subsequent generations of performers who have shown the "infinite variety" with which Shakespeare's work can be adapted to all forms of media. It is enhanced with 20 items of memorabilia, including Shakespeare's marriage certificate and Will, an extract of the First Folio of 1623 and an extract from the prompt book for a production of Twelfth Night in 1965 directed by Sir John Gielgud.

Shakespeare

Biographies & Memoirs

Alexander, Catherine M.S.

Historical

Carlton Publishing

The RSC is one of the world's most famous theatre companies, which has been operating under its present name since 1961. This fascinating book, officially endorsed by, and produced in association with, the RSC, tells the story of William Shakespeare, from his birth in Stratford-upon-Avon and life as a married man, actor, playwright, poet and businessman to the enduring legacy of his work through various media. Memorabilia will include documents from the archives of the RSC and the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, such as the registrations of Shakespeare's marriage and his will, as well as potential sources of the plots for his plays.

Shakespeare: The Life, the Works, the Treasures (Y)

Arts & Literature

Andre Deutsch

An engaging treasury of facts, trivia, and stories about the greatest playwright who ever lived: the indelible William Shakespeare. Commemorating the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, which occurred in 1616, this fascinating treasury offers insights into the enduring popularity of England’s most beloved playwright. It looks at his life and times, delves into the inspiration behind his masterworks, examines the influence of generations of performers, and explores the incredible variety of screen and stage adaptations through the years. The fun facts and little-known stories discussed here range from the actor who played Hamlet over 500 times to the unusual item Shakespeare left his wife Anne upon his death.

The Shakespeare Treasury: A Collection of Fascinating Insights into the Plays, the Performances and the Man Behind Them

Hailed as the world's greatest playwright, William Shakespeare has captured the hearts and minds of more audiences than any other. No other writer's works are more performed or more often quoted. Produced in association with the Royal Shakespeare Company, and beautifully illustrated with both contemporary pictures from Shakespeare's time and photographs of RSC performances, Shakespeare: The Life, The Works, The Treasures brings the poet's life alive. It delves into the likely sources that inspired him to write such masterpieces as The Merchant of Venice, Othello and Macbeth and assesses the influences of subsequent generations of performers who have shown the "infinite variety" with which Shakespeare's work can be adapted for all forms of media. A must for both aficionados and those discovering him for the first time, Shakespeare: The Life, The Works, The Treasures is unique in containing 30 items of removable facsimile memorabilia including:

Shakespeare: The Life, The Works, The Treasures

Literature & Fiction

Dramas & Plays

Simon&Schuster

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Shakespeare

Shakespeare: The Life, the Works, the Treasures (Y)

The Shakespeare Treasury: A Collection of Fascinating Insights into the Plays, the Performances and the Man Behind Them

Shakespeare: The Life, The Works, The Treasures