Much Ado About Nothing

Short Sharp Shakespeare Stories

Anna Claybourne, Tom Morgan-Jones

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Wayland
01 February 2016

Children's & Educational; Playscripts (Children's&YA); Educational: English literature

Series: Short Sharp Shakespeare Stories

As merry as the day is long. Mistaken identities, jealous relatives, lovers' quarrels and a happy ending... Discover the entertaining story at the heart of Much Ado About Nothing, one of Shakespeare's best-loved comedies. Contains information about the background toMuch Ado About Nothing, its major themes, language, and Shakespeare's life during the time he was writing the play. Gossip, and its role in society in 16th century England, is also examined, to give some context in which the play was written. The Short, Sharp Shakespeare series consists of six books that retell Shakespeare's most famous plays in modern English. Clever illustrations accompany each title, making them a great introduction to the Bard for children aged 9 and above.

By: Anna Claybourne
Illustrated by: Tom Morgan-Jones
Imprint: Wayland
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: 5
Dimensions: Height: 204mm, Width: 146mm, Spine: 5mm
Weight: 148g
ISBN: 9780750281164
ISBN 10: 0750281162
Series: Short Sharp Shakespeare Stories
Pages: 80
Publication Date: 01 February 2016
Recommended Age: From 9 to 11 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , English as a second language , Children / Juvenile
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Author Website: http://www.annaclaybourne.co.uk

Anna Claybourne has written over 150 children's books on all kinds of subjects, from sharks, black holes and splitting the atom to how to draw, Shakespeare's life, and Greek myths and legends. She likes space, sewing and music, plays the trombone and loves going camping.