Tales from Shakespeare

"Tales from Shakespeare" is a foundational collection of 20 adaptations of William Shakespeare's most famous plays, meticulously retold by Charles and Mary Lamb. Published in 1807, it has remained continuously in print, serving as a primary introduction to Shakespeare for generations of young readers. Mary Lamb adapted the comedies, while Charles focused on the tragedies, carefully simplifying plots, removing subplots and mature references, yet striving to preserve the essence and beautiful language of the originals. This book is ideal for parents seeking to introduce their children to classic literature, build vocabulary, and spark an early appreciation for dramatic storytelling. While the language is simplified, it still retains a classical feel, making it best suited for read-alouds with younger children (4-8) and independent reading for older elementary students (9-11). It's a wonderful resource for preparing children for future encounters with Shakespeare's original works.

Contains 20 adaptations from Shakespeare; The Tempest (Mary Lamb) A Midsummer Night's Dream (Mary Lamb) The Winter's Tale (Mary Lamb) Much Ado About Nothing (Mary Lamb) As You Like It (Mary Lamb) Two Gentlemen of Verona (Mary Lamb) The Merchant of Venice (Mary Lamb) Cymbeline (Mary Lamb) King Lear (Charles Lamb) Macbeth (Charles Lamb) All's Well That Ends Well (Mary Lamb) The Taming of the Shrew (Mary Lamb) The Comedy of Errors (Mary Lamb) Measure for Measure (Mary Lamb) Twelfth Night (Mary Lamb) Timon of Athens (Charles Lamb) Romeo and Juliet (Charles Lamb) Hamlet, Prince of Denmark (Charles Lamb) Othello (Charles Lamb) Pericles, Prince of Tyre (Mary Lamb)