A Brief Guide to William Shakespeare

The Man and the Plays - without the boring bits - with commentary by Peter Ackroyd.

An accessible and entertaining journey through the life, times, and work of the Bard - Enigma. Master of language. The greatest comedian in history? The most famous writer in the world. But isn't he a little bit boring?  

This is an essential guide for anyone who has previously avoided the Bard and is the perfect introduction for first-time students or seasoned theatre lovers. The book contains a full commentary of all the plays by bestselling and renowned writer Peter Ackroyd as well as full descriptions of the cast and the drama; not forgetting the best speeches, and the wit and wisdom from across the works. 

There is also an opportunity to explore the poems and a complete set of sonnets, as well as an investigation of who the dark lady might have been.

Contains:

The complete sonnets; the greatest speeches; the best lines.

Perfect for students struggling through their first play or for theatre lovers anywhere.

Entertaining, accessible, Shakespeare without the boring bits.