The Tempest
Georghia Ellinas author Jane Ray illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Walker Books Ltd
Published:3rd Apr '25
Should be back in stock very soon
A captivating picture book retelling by Shakespeare’s Globe for very young readers.
William Shakespeare’s dazzling play about magic, revenge and forgiveness is unforgettably re-imagined by Shakespeare’s Globe as a picture book for very young readers. The story is told from the perspective of Ariel, in language that is true to the original play but accessible to all. With shimmering, exquisite illustrations by the acclaimed artist Jane Ray, this fresh retelling is a magical way to introduce children to one of the best-loved works of the world’s greatest playwright.
The text is perfectly matched by Ray's jaw-droppingly beautiful illustrations, which will enchant readers from the front cover to the final curtain. The greens of the waters and the blues of the island's night sky are so lush and inviting that readers will wish they could enter the book. Peppered throughout the story are italicized fragments of Shakespeare's dialogue, giving both young and older readers something to enjoy...A must-own adaptation chock-full of such stuff as kids' dreams are—and will be—made on. * Kirkus Reviews (starred review) *
Lovely and engaging, this accessible retelling of a theatrical staple will usher in a new generation of Shakespearean devotees...An engaging work with beautiful illustrations. * School Library Journal (starred review) *
ISBN: 9781529520057
Dimensions: 266mm x 226mm x 8mm
Weight: 200g
32 pages