Shakespeare Children's Stories 20 Books Collection - Ages 7-9 - Paperback

A complete set of 20 stories by our favourite playwright, William Shakespeare – an excellent way to introduce young readers to these classics. These beautifully illustrated books have been thoughtfully narrated and simplified for an easy read. Children will love these and they are guaranteed to captivate them and help develop their reading skills.

Contains:

• All’s Well That Ends Well
• Antony and Cleopatra
• As You Like It
• The Comedy of Errors
• Cymbeline, King of Britain
• Julius Caesar
• King Lear
• A Midsummer Night’s Dream
• Much Ado About Nothing
• Othello, the Moor of Venice
• Romeo and Juliet
• The Tragedy of Macbeth
• The Merchant of Venice
• The Two Gentlemen of Verona
• Timon of Athens
• Twelfth Night
• Hamlet, Prince of Denmark
• The Tempest
• The Taming of the Shrew
• The Winter’s Tale

A simplified version of a Shakespeare classic perfect for children aged 7+ or for secondary school students looking for an easier way to access Shakespeare.

Book Summaries:

All’s Well That Ends Well

Helena, the orphaned daughter of a famous physician, uses her intelligence to win the love of Bertram, who initially does not return her feelings.

Antony and Cleopatra

This tragedy follows Roman General Antony and Queen Cleopatra as they navigate love and duty amidst historical events.

As You Like It

Set in the Forest of Arden, Rosalind and Orlando become entangled in a game of love and mistaken identity.

The Comedy of Errors

Two sets of identical twins separated at birth create chaos when they reunite in the same city.

Cymbeline, King of Britain

A romantic play interwoven with war, focusing on Cymbeline and his daughter Imogen's forbidden love.

Julius Caesar

This play portrays the conspiracy behind Caesar’s murder and the tragedy that follows in Rome.

King Lear

King Lear’s decision to divide his kingdom leads to tragedy as he misjudges his daughters' love.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

A comedic tale of love and confusion involving four lovers and the mischievous fairy Puck.

Much Ado About Nothing

A story of love, trust, and deception set in Messina, featuring witty exchanges and unexpected turns.

Othello, The Moor of Venice

Othello's love for Desdemona is tested by jealousy and manipulation, leading to tragic consequences.