Shakespeare as children's literature: Edwardian retellings in words and pictures

"First published in 1807, Mary and Charles Lamb's Tales from Shakespeare was recognized as a classic of children's literature. This work examines Lambs' Tales, including the ways the lavishly illustrated Edwardian editions used pictures to convey the stories for children. It also...

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Main Author: Richmond, Velma Bourgeois 1931- (Author)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Published: Jefferson, NC [u.a.] McFarland c 2008
In:Year: 2008
Reviews:Shakespeare as Children’s Literature: Edwardian Retellings in Words and Pictures by Velma Bourgeois Richmond (review) (2010) (Hedges, James L.)
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Shakespeare, William 1564-1616 / Reception / Childrens' literature / History 1807-1910
Further subjects:B Lamb, Charles (1775-1834) Tales from Shakespeare
B Lamb Charles 1775-1834 Tales from Shakespeare
B Shakespeare William 1564-1616 Stories, plots, etc
B Lamb, Mary (1764-1847) Criticism and interpretation
B Shakespeare, William (1564-1616) Stories, plots, etc
B Lamb Mary 1764-1847 Criticism and interpretation
B Children's literature, English History and criticism
B Children Books and reading (Great Britain) History 19th century
B Shakespeare, William (1564-1616) Adaptations
B Children Books and reading Great Britain History 19th century
B Shakespeare William 1564-1616 Adaptations
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Summary:"First published in 1807, Mary and Charles Lamb's Tales from Shakespeare was recognized as a classic of children's literature. This work examines Lambs' Tales, including the ways the lavishly illustrated Edwardian editions used pictures to convey the stories for children. It also covers alternatives to the stories, school textbooks from the period, and multi-volume American collections"--Provided by publisher
"First published in 1807, Mary and Charles Lamb's Tales from Shakespeare was recognized as a classic of children's literature. This work examines Lambs' Tales, including the ways the lavishly illustrated Edwardian editions used pictures to convey the stories for children. It also covers alternatives to the stories, school textbooks from the period, and multi-volume American collections"--Provided by publisher
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (p. 345-350) and index
ISBN:0786437812