An Ancient Tale New Told - Volume 3: The Stories of Shakespeare

Description: An Ancient Tale New Told - Volume 3 by John Missall Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description The stories told in the plays of William Shakespeare are among the most beloved in all literature. In this unique three-volume set, award-winning author and historian John Missall retells each play in modern prose while retaining Shakespeares original language for the characters conversations. The stories closely follow the action of the plays, retaining the Act/Scene structure of the originals. By using little added embellishment and minimal paraphrasing, the author allows the reader to easily understand these timeless dramatic works and appreciate Shakespeares powerful yet beautiful wording. Volume III: The Comedies includes the most familiar works, such as "Much Ado About Nothing," "A Midsummer Nights Dream," "The Merchant of Venice," and "The Tempest," plus the lesser-known plays, such as "Cymbeline" and "Pericles." Illustrated with numerous Shakespeare-inspired works of art (Print edition only), "An Ancient Tale New Told" is the perfect tool for those who would like to become familiar with the greatest works in the English language. From the text: Act III. Scene 1: Another part of the forest. Later, in the same woods, the Athenian craftsmen have come to rehearse their play. Not far off, but unseen by the men, is the sleeping fairy queen, Titania. As the would-be actors gather, Bottom voices a concern: "There are things in this comedy of Pyramus and Thisbe that will never please. First, Pyramus must draw a sword to kill himself; which the ladies cannot abide. How answer you that?" Snout doesnt know what to do; Starveling says they must leave the killing out. Bottom has already come up with his own answer. Quince will give a Prologue and will tell the audience that, "We will do no harm with our swords, and that Pyramus is not killed indeed; and, for the more better assurance, tell them that I, Pyramus, am not Pyramus, but Bottom the weaver. This will put them out of fear." Snout has another concern: "Will not the ladies be afraid of the lion?" Bottom agrees. "Masters, you ought to consider with yourselves. To bring in-God shield us!-a lion among ladies is a most dreadful thing; for there is not a more fearful wild-fowl than your lion living; and we ought to look to it." Again, it is agreed upon that the Prologue will inform the audience that the lion is actually Snug the joiner. Quince has noticed other problems. First there is the fact Pyramus and Thisbe meet by moonlight. How will they provide the moonlight? Snout wonders if the moon will be shining that night. They check an almanac, and it will be. Bottom suggests leaving a window open for the moonlight to shine in, but Quince has a better solution: "One must come in with a bush of thorns and a lantern, and say he comes to disfigure, or to present, the person of moonshine." Next there is the problem of needing a wall, "for Pyramus and Thisbe, says the story, did talk through the chink [hole] of a wall." Snug remarks, "You can never bring in a wall. What say you, Bottom?" Bottom thinks a bit, then comes up with a solution. "Some man or other must present Wall; and let him have some plaster, or some loam, or some rough-cast about him, to signify wall; and let him hold his fingers thus, and through that cranny shall Pyramus and Thisbe whisper." Details ISBN-13 9798377413509 Title An Ancient Tale New Told - Volume 3 Author John Missall Format Paperback Year 2023 Pages 548 Publisher Independently Published GE_Item_ID:142241805; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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