Shakespeare Modern English

William Shakespeare is the most well known author in the English language. His plays have transcended time and are loved all over the world. There is just one problem. No one speaks old English anymore and I've never heard anyone speak in iambic pentameter, have you? When most people read Shakespeare they miss out on all of the wonderful subtext there is. With that in mind, The Millennial Translations were born. We are going through every single play and updating the language from Old English to Millennial Slang. Line by line was reviewed and updated with language that keeps the original ...

A greater emphasis on situations than characters (this numbs the audience's connection to the characters, so that when characters experience misfortune, the audience still finds it laughable) A struggle of young lovers to overcome difficulty, often presented by elders Separation and re-unification Deception among characters (especially mistaken identity) A clever servant Disputes between characters, often within a family Multiple, intertwining plots. Use of all styles of comedy (slapstick, puns, dry humour, earthy humour, witty banter, practical jokes) Pastoral element (courtly people living an idealized, rural life), originally an element of Pastoral Romance, exploited by Shakespeare for his comic plots and often parodied therein for humorous effects Happy Ending.

This prose adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet includes: Complete retelling of the tragedy as a novel (18,700 words) Original afterword on the art and tradition of adapting Shakespeare Author biography of William Shakespeare Adapter biography with translation credentials A king is murdered by his brother. The dead man's son discovers the truth — and cannot act on it. Between the knowing and the doing, a kingdom falls. Hamlet is the most performed, most studied, and most quoted play in the English language. It is also one of the most difficult to actually read. Shakespeare wrote for actors,...

SparkNotes Audio presents … No Fear Shakespeare audio recordings! Listen to full cast performances of Shakespeare's plays in all their brilliance—and understand what every word means! Don’t be intimidated by Shakespeare. These audiobook editions make the Bard’s plays accessible and...

Shakespeare's iconic tragedy—minus the part where you pretend iambic pentameter is easy to understand. What's a Sweary Classic? The complete original story—same plot, same characters, same emotional devastation—just translated into modern, hilarious, sweary language that doesn't require a literature degree to understand. Think: all the star-crossed romance and family feuds, zero Elizabethan torture. Romeo Montague is dramatically depressed over a girl who won't give him the time of day, so naturally his friends drag him to a party thrown by his family's sworn enemies, the Capulets. ...

An enlightening and entertaining collection of the most esteemed love poems in the English canon, retold in contemporary language everyone can understand James Anthony has long enjoyed poetry with a strict adherence to beat, rhythm, and rhyming patterns, which he likens to the very best pop...

Have you ever wondered what Gregory and Sampson's conversation would sound like in modern language? What about Romeo and Juliet's balcony scene or Mercutio's 'Queen Mab" speech? For the first time the tale of two star crossed lovers in available in modern text and story form. Easy to follow storyline, humorously accurate text and in depth narration written by Shakespearean actors. Use as a study guide or just to enjoy in a new way. Great for young adults and experienced readers.

Step right up and welcome to Behind the Curtain, an enthralling new eBook that delves deep into the world of theater and explores its profound impact on society throughout history. Journey through the fascinating annals of dramatic arts - from its earliest origins to the latest advancements and emerging trends today. This magnificent tome masterfully reveals the intricate tapestry of theater as it weaves powerful narratives, immortal characters, and timeless themes, shaping our culture and imagination with each passing act. Behind the Curtain will transport you into the alluring realm of ...

Shakespeare’s legendary tragedy—minus the part where you spend four hours wondering why this guy won't just make up his damn mind. What's a Sweary Classic? The complete original story—same plot, same characters, same emotional devastation—just translated into modern, hilarious, sweary language that doesn't require a literature degree to understand. Think: all the Danish royal drama, zero torture. Prince Hamlet is having a terrible month. His dad died under suspicious circumstances, his mom married his uncle approximately five minutes after the funeral, and now his dad’s ghost is ...

Something is rotten in the state of Denmark. Two months after the king's sudden death, his widow has married his brother. The court celebrates while the dead king's son—Prince Hamlet—drowns in grief and suspicion. Then guards report an impossible sighting: the dead king's ghost, walking the battlements in full armor. When Hamlet confronts the apparition, he learns a terrible truth: his father was murdered. Poisoned by his own brother. And the ghost demands revenge. But how do you kill a king? How do you trust a ghost? How do you act when your mother has betrayed your father's memory, ...

""Nisha Sharma's Dating Dr. Dil is what would happen if you put all my favorite romantic comedy tropes into a blender: a frothy, snarky, hilarious treat with a gooey, heartwarming center. The perfect addition to any rom-com lover's shelf."" —Emily Henry, #1 New York Times bestselling author of...

Britain's most esteemed scholar of 16th and 17th century literature, Frank Kermode is also a noted author and professor. In this Modern Library Chronicle, he uses the context of the Elizabethan Era to link each of Shakespeare's plays to their probable years of creation. By portraying the bard's England in terms of its society, economy, and arts, Kermode provides an invaluable guide to understanding Shakespeare?s works.

8 February 1601. The personal troops of a disgraced royal favourite mount up and ride on the City of London. Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex and his lieutenant, Henry Wriothesley, Earl of Southampton are in open revolt against Queen Elizabeth I and her Government. Richard Palmer is swept up in the action. He calls himself an investigator, others call him an informer. Chief Minister Cecil has need for one - the Queen is enraged by the revival of a play at the Globe about deposing a reigning monarch in favour of a populist rival. Was Richard II meant to get the mob in the mood for regicide? ...

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic prose and verse read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time...

A bold and authentic reimagining of The Winter’s Tale full of tragedy, triumph, and forbidden romance—perfect for fans of Sabaa Tahir, Kathleen Glasgow, and Sarah Dessen. Pia and her brother, Max, live on an isolated farm in rural Maine, and it’s the only life they remember. Their father...

REVIEWS "One of that select group of men of science who also have high literary gifts."—Wall Street Journal "...these meditations offer the best appreciation of the adventure and beauty of the scientific quest, and they will inspire the young to join the great unfinished work."—Science "This is another collection of the lovely and haunting essays by Loren Eiseley, the naturalist writer who has given us so many delightful moments with his books....If there is a scientist anywhere writing more poetic prose, and making more sense with it, I have not encountered him....Eiseley seeks to ...

Step into the world of Renaissance drama where comedy, passion, power, and romance take center stage in London’s playhouses. Get a closeup view of the emerging middle class and their penchant for murder, mayhem, and revenge in this snapshot of Elizabethan theater and its contemporary audience. Ripley illuminates the women featured in works by William Shakespeare and his contemporaries as these playwrights sometimes ridicule, but often admire feminine entrepreneurial spirit and intelligence. Come along and embrace the pastimes produced by Renaissance culture to discover how early modern ...

In his collection of poems, Musings of a Hermit, Charles (Chuck) Kausalik-Boe explores seeking the divine through the natural world, cats and chance encounters with others. From the solitude of his tiny inner city home, he watches and reflects on what passes by his porch windows. He also goes within to experience the magic that dwells in his heart and soul. From Chuck’s pen flows poetry that is both prayerful and filled with whimsy. Musings of a Hermit is a love song to the divine, the world around us, and to the magic that is possible.

“I’ve never dated a genius before. Or a billionaire. Or a guy who ignites my insides as if they were infused with northern lights. It’s not like I thought it would be.” When Arabella goes looking for love, she discovers her hidden fear is true—she’s invisible to men. Solving her romantic problems will take a genius, and she has one in mind. Arabella is the quiet reader of the GUM sorority. She’s a lover of Shakespeare but no one’s lover. As the Bard’s doing nothing to fix her love life, Arabella consults brilliant Logan Kentwell. Logan is their university’s most ...

A sweet, funny contemporary teen romance for the inner geek in all of us from graphic novelist Faith Erin Hicks. Miriam's family should be rich. After all, her grandfather was the co-creator of smash-hit comics series The TomorrowMen. But he sold his rights to the series to his co-creator in the...