William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream
William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, retold by Shakespeare’s Globe and illustrated by Jane Ray, is a captivating picture book published by Candlewick Press on April 20, 2021. This edition, featuring 32 pages of vibrant illustrations, presents a playful interpretation of Shakespeare’s classic tale of love and mischief in the fairy kingdom, making it accessible for a younger audience.
In this retelling, readers will encounter the whimsical adventures of King Oberon, Queen Titania, and the mischievous sprite Puck as they navigate the complexities of love among four young nobles lost in an enchanted forest. The narrative unfolds from Puck’s perspective, incorporating quotes from the original play while highlighting themes of fantasy and magic. With its lush illustrations and simple language, this edition serves as both an introduction to Shakespeare’s work and a delightful keepsake for readers of all ages.
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Retold for a picture book audience, the Bard’s mischievous take on love run amok in fairyland meets its match in luminous illustrations by Jane Ray.
If we shadows have offended,
Think but this, and all is mended,
That you have but slumber’d here . . .
There’s trouble in the Fairy Kingdom. King Oberon wants to teach Titania, his proud wife, a lesson. Things heat up when four young nobles arrive in the enchanted forest from Athens. They’re all in love—but with the wrong person. It’s up to Puck, a playful sprite who isn’t above a bit of mischief after dark, to do his master’s bidding, trick Queen Titania, and dial down the drama among foolish lovers. With a certain potion at his disposal, what could go wrong? Retold from Puck’s point of view in simple, accessible language, peppered with quotes from Shakespeare’s original play, and brought to life in Jane Ray’s lush, moonlit illustrations, this introduction to the Bard’s most enchanting comedy hints at the richness of his work while being a lovely keepsake edition in its own right.
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