A Midsummer Night’s Dream
A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare, published by A & C Black in 2009, is a UK edition that spans 80 pages. This adaptation sets the classic tale in a modern-day Yorkshire, where the neighborhood tycoon, Theseus, is preparing for his wedding. The story intertwines the lives of young lovers facing challenges and the antics of Bottom and his friends, who are enlisted to perform a play for the occasion, all while magic and mischief unfold around them.
Readers will find a fresh take on Shakespeare’s work, tailored for a younger audience through the Shakespeare Today series. This edition emphasizes themes of love and creativity, showcasing the humorous and whimsical elements of the original text. With its engaging narrative, this version aims to make the timeless story accessible and enjoyable for juvenile fiction readers, blending classic literature with contemporary settings.
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Robert Swindells’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream is set in a very modern-day Yorkshire. Theseus, the neighbourhood tycoon is getting married. Bottom and his mates are roped into putting on a play for the wedding because, well, there’s nothing much to do when you’re on the dole. But, before the wedding, there are young lovers with problems to resolve and a drop of magic and mischief in the mix! The Shakespeare Today series captures the magic of Shakespeare’s texts for young readers.
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