The Winter's Tale, Paraphrased

The Winter's Tale, Paraphrased. This book converts Shakespeare's famous play into everyday English. The famous playwright's antiquated references and phrases have been replaced with contemporary terms and language. You don't need to interrupt your reading to research obscure names and places in order to decipher the gist of Shakespeare's dialogue. All the impact remains intact without the baggage. This paraphrasing demystifies the archaic lingo of the 1600's and maintains the flavor of Shakespeare's cut-and-thrust and raucous comedy. This book is easy to read but hard to put down. Additionally, it contains 90 pictures from the time period. This gives you a clear and graphic orientation and transports you to the time of kings, queens, and noblemen. These vivid images, most of which are masterpieces, provide the foundation and framework for the actions of the heroes, villains, and fumbling stooges. The old becomes alive, tangible and tasty. You will be refreshed and enlightened to discover this window to author and his acclaimed tragicomedy. It brings the charm and artistry of the Shakespeare's theater to modern times. "The Winter's Tale, Paraphrased" is a new and true friend to those who love the stage and masterfully crafted adventures.