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DescriptionThis fascinating dictionary provides a truly accessible A-Z guide to Shakespeare's plays, poems and stagecraft, as well as the historical context in which he wrote. Promotion infoCovers every character, poem and play, with a full synopsis for each play.The ideal reference for all students of English or drama, as well as theatregoers and anyone who loves Shakespeare. Reviews'Unusual in its extensive range of coverage Useful for critics, students, readers, writers and any fan of the Bard' The Good Book Guide an 'addictive aid to bluffing your way through Shakespeare' Richard Eyre 'Extremely impressive very useful study aid for anyone, teenage or adult, and I shall certainly find it an honoured place in my reference library' The School Librarian 'Especially recommended' Independent Author descriptionLouise McConnell conceived the idea for Exit, pursued by a bear when helping a young friend through A-Level English. Having recognised the need for a lively, accurate and clear guide to Shakespeare and his world, she brought to the task a lifetime's enthusiasm for the theatre and play production, and experience of working on encyclopedias for Hutchinson and Longman.Louise McConnell received an Honours degree in English at the University of Kent in Canterbury, where she and her husband, Professor Louis James, live and work. |