How to Enjoy Shakespeare

by Robert Thomas Fallon

Book Overview

Readers and playgoers who are new to Shakespeare (and even more seasoned veterans who would like to appreciate him more than they do) often find themselves puzzled: what is going on? His characters speak in verse rather than in the patterns of everyday speech. They are figures that ordinary humans seldom encounter--kings, queens, dukes, cardinals, and generals. Some of the plays are set in places even the most seasoned traveler is unlikely to have...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1566636183
• ISBN13: 9781566636186
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Ivan R. Dee Publisher
• Length: 114 Pages
• Weight: 2.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.6" x 8.7"

Customer Reviews

Accessible prose without the 'insider' assumptions of many similar-sounding guides

If it's a basic, easy primer to enjoying Shakespeare which is needed, try out Robert Thomas Fallon's How To Enjoy Shakespeare: it comes from a celebrated author whose Shakespeare theatre guides have been celebrated for their ease of access without 'dumbing down' information, and it is directed to newcomers often puzzled about the settings and language of Shakespeare. With such an introduction in hand, access is eased: five chapters address the language, embedded themes within lines, play staging, and plots and characterization. Accessible prose without the 'insider' assumptions of many similar-sounding guides.