Macbeth is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare; first performed in 1606.Macbeth, a brave Scott comes across three witches who give him a prophecy that he will be King of Scotland. Consumed by his ambition he suffers psychologically and physically.

The plot revolves around the character of Sir John, a nobleman who is deceived into believing that a simpleton named Edward will be a useful servant. Meanwhile, the Merry Devil of Edmonton, a trickster figure, causes chaos with his witty schemes. The play intertwines elements of farce and social satire as the characters engage in various pranks, culminating in the humorous revelation of the trickster's true identity and the resolution of the misunderstandings.Though less known than some of...

Twelfth Night is a story written by Shakespeare. It's a romantic comedy in which the Duke is in love with Olivia. Olivia is in love with Cesario (but this is Viola dressed as a boy). Viola is in love with the Duke and Viola's twin brother appears. The moral of the story is: true love will prevail. Recommended for age 9+.

"Fair Em" is a captivating play often attributed to William Shakespeare, showcasing the playwright's early exploration of themes such as loyalty, deception, and the complexities of human relationships. Written in a lively and engaging style, this narrative unfolds through a series of interwoven plots filled with rich characterizations and dramatic twists. The work reflects the literary context of 16th-century England, where intrigue and romance thrived on stage, often paralleling the melod...

The Two Noble Kinsmen is a Jacobean tragicomedy, first published in 1634 and attributed to John Fletcher and William Shakespeare. Its plot derives from "The Knight's Tale" in Geoffrey Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales, which had already been dramatised at least twice before.Formerly a point of controversy, the dual attribution is now generally accepted by scholarly consensus.A prologue informs the audience that the play is based on a story from Chaucer.Three queens com...

This beautifully crafted daily prayer companion is for everyone who wants to integrate spirituality with daily life. Rooted in one of the most pressing concerns of our age, it offers a fourfold pattern for prayer throughout the day to renew attention, understanding, compassion and delight towards creation.

Venus and Adonis from William Shakespeare. William Shakespeare, english poet and playwright, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist.

Shakespeare wroteMuch Ado About Nothingtowards the middle of his career, sometime between 1598 and 1599. It was first published in quarto in 1600 and later collected into Mr. William Shakespeare's Comedies, Histories, and Tragedies in 1623. The earliest recorded performance ofMuch Ado About Nothingwas performed for the newly married Princess Elizabeth and Frederick the Fifth, Elector Palatine in 1613.Shakespeare's sources of inspiration for...

King Henry V has suddenly died, and the kingdom is in chaos. In England, noblemen are fighting amongst themselves. Loyalties are divided into two factions: the White Roses (York) and the Red Roses (Lancaster). The Duke of Gloucester, Henry VI's Protector, is accused by Cardinal Beaufort of seizing the throne for himself.Meanwhile in France, the Dauphin Charles has been crowned the new king. English-held land once conquered by Henry V is quickly being recaptured by French forces. In one of ...

Reminiscent of Malcolm Guite’s bestselling Sounding the Seasons, this beautiful collection offers scripture-inspired poems for each of the major seasons of the Christian year. It includes: • The Call to Prayer (with poetry on the nature of prayer); • Advent, Christmas and Epiphany; • Lent, Easter and Pentecost (including Wings of Wounded Glory, a sequence for Holy Week); • Transforming Ordinary Time (including some feasts which fall outside the major seasons); • In the School of Mary (poet...

No-one can imagine English literature without Sir William Shakespeare, whose dramatic plays, sonnets and narrative poems have become timeless classics. Not only did he amass a cherished body of work, but four hundred years ago, he even invented many words in use in English now. A hundred years ago, children’s author, E.Nesbit felt that young readers, too, should enjoy Shakespeare’s writings. From Macbeth and The Merchant of Venice to Twelfth Night and King Lear, Beautiful ...

The ultimate Shakespeare's collection targeting the most demanding readers, featuring more than 73 titles and extras, annotated, illustrated and designed specifically for your e-reader.In this carefully put together e-book, you will find:– All of Shaksepeare’s plays.– The apocrypha works.– The poems and sonnets.– Introduction and analysis for each play.– Dozens of biographical and criticism extras so that you can discover more of his personal...