Publisher's Synopsis

Read Shakespeare's plays in all their brilliance-and understand what every word means!
 
Don't be intimidated by Shakespeare! These popular guides make the Bard's plays accessible and enjoyable.

Each No Fear guide contains:

  • The complete text of the original play
  • A line-by-line translation that puts the words into everyday language
  • A complete list of characters, with descriptions
  • Plenty of helpful commentary
Wild jealousy. Unfounded accusations. Death and rebirth. And, of course, "Exeunt, chased by a bear"-one of Shakespeare's most famous stage directions. Leontes, King of Sicily, suddenly becomes insane with jealousy believing his pregnant wife has been unfaithful to him. Acting upon his rage, he sets a tragedy in motion that will cost him, his family, and his friends dearly.

Book information

ISBN: 9781454928065
Publisher: Spark
Imprint: SparkNotes
Pub date:
DEWEY: 822.33
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 208
Weight: 270g
Height: 135mm
Width: 189mm
Spine width: 14mm