"The Illustrated Tales from Shakespeare," written by Mary Lamb and Charles Lamb, is a collection of retellings of some of William Shakespeare's most famous plays, adapted for a younger audience. The book simplifies the intricate language of the original works while preserving the core themes and narratives. Each tale is vividly illustrated, appealing to children and helping them grasp the essence of Shakespeare’s stories, such as "Romeo and Juliet," "Macbeth," and "A Midsummer Night's Dream." This compilation aims to make Shakespeare accessible and enjoyable for readers of all ages, fostering an early appreciation for classic literature. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Tales From Shakespeare .

There are 208 pages in this book. This book was published in 1993 by The Promotional Reprint Co Ltd .

Rene Weis is Professor of English at University College London and a distinguished editor and biographer of Shakespeare. Brother and sister Charles and Mary Lamb wrote these adaptive tales from Shakespeare in 1807; whose popularity and accessibility has stood the test of time.