A Midsummer Night’s Dream
A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare is a graphic-novel adaptation published by Capstone on January 7, 2011. This edition spans 76 pages and presents a retelling of the classic tale that intertwines themes of love, fairies, and betrayal. The story begins with Theseus, the duke of Athens, preparing for his marriage, while Hermia seeks his judgment on her choice of partner, leading to a series of events that take place in a magical forest.
Readers will find a vibrant interpretation of the original narrative, featuring characters such as Hermia, Lysander, and Demetrius, as they navigate the complexities of love and deception. The inclusion of humor and the graphic-novel format makes this edition accessible, especially for younger audiences. With elements of performing arts and historical context, this adaptation invites readers to explore the enchanting world of Shakespeare’s work through a fresh lens.
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Witness a tale of love, fairies, and betrayal in this classic tale retold in graphic-novel format. Theseus, duke of Athens is preparing for his marriage when Hermia, and her father, Egeus, burst into his court and beg for Theseus’s judgment regarding whom Hermia, Egeus’s, daughter, should marry. Theseus tells Hermia she must marry Demetrius, even though she really loves Lysander. At nightfall, the two young lovers run off to the forest to be married in secret. However, Demetrius discovers their deception and charges into the forest, searching for his bride-to-be. Little do any of them know, a band of magical fairies lives in this forest, and they have other plans for these lovestruck humans.
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