Macbeth: The Graphic Novel (American English, Plain Text Edition)

Macbeth: The Graphic Novel (American English, Plain Text Edition)
John McDonald (Adapter), William Shakespeare (Author), Jon Haward (Illustrator), Gary Erskine (Illustrator), Nigel Dobbyn (Illustrator)
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Witches, murder, ghosts, and madness A one of Shakespeare’s finest tragedies is also a perfect fit for the graphic novel format. This compelling adaptation depicts every blood-curdling scene in easy-to-follow illustrations, accompanied by Shakespeare’s original text. An illustrated cast of characters reminds readers who’s who, and fascinating background information on Shakespeare and the real Macbeth adds historical context.

• Rank: #64059 in Books
• Published on: 2008-11-05
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 9.45" h x 6.42" w x .39" l, 1.10 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 144 pages

The Official Illustrated Movie Companion (Vampire Academy)

The Official Illustrated Movie Companion (Vampire Academy)
Richelle Mead (Author), Brandon T. Snider (Author)

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• Rank: #740930 in Books
• Published on: 2013-12-31
• Released on: 2013-12-31
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 144 pages

Hamlet

Hamlet
William Shakespeare (Author)
(78)

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Many consider the tragedy of "Hamlet" to be Shakespeare's masterpiece and one of the greatest plays of all time. It has entertained audiences for centuries and the role of Hamlet is one of the most sought after by actors. It is the story of Hamlet, the Prince of Denmark who learns of the death of his father at the hands of his uncle, Claudius. Claudius murders Hamlet's father, his own brother, to take the throne of Denmark and to marry Hamlet's widowed mother. Hamlet is sunk into a state of great despair as a result of discovering the murder of his father and the infidelity of his mother. Hamlet is torn between his great sadness and his desire for the revenge of his father's murder. "Hamlet" is a work of great complexity and as such has drawn many different critical interpretations. Hamlet has been seen as a victim of circumstance, as an impractical idealist, as the sufferer of an Oedipus complex, as an opportunist wishing to kill his Uncle not for revenge but to ascend to the throne, as the sufferer of a great melancholy, and as a man blinded by his desire for revenge. The true motivations of Hamlet are complex and enigmatic and have been debated for centuries. Read this classic tragedy and decide for yourself where Hamlet's true motivations lie and how they influence his ultimate demise.

• Rank: #1228574 in Books
• Published on: 2011-01-06
• Released on: 2011-01-06
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 8.11" h x 5.47" w x .43" l, .33 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 160 pages

• ISBN13: 9780142419175
• Condition: New
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Tales from Shakespeare

Tales from Shakespeare
Marcia Williams (Author, Illustrator)
(12)

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Shakespeare made accessible for young readers!

Come wend your way along London’s Thames River to the Globe Theatre, where seven favorite Shakespearean plays are being performed! Marcia Williams brings to life ROMEO AND JULIET, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, JULIUS CAESAR, HAMLET, MACBETH, THE WINTER'S TALE, and THE TEMPESTt, making liberal use of Shakespeare’s rich dialogue. With the help of her signature comic-strip style, the Bard’s 400-year-old masterworks become as relevant to young readers today as they were to theatergoers way back then.

• Rank: #74852 in Books
• Brand: Candlewick Press
• Published on: 2004-03-08
• Released on: 2004-03-08
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 12.32" h x 9.84" w x .15" l, .57 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 40 pages

Manga Shakespeare: Julius Caesar

Manga Shakespeare: Julius Caesar
Richard Appignanesi (Adapter), William Shakespeare (Author), Mustashrik Mahbab (Illustrator)
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Praise for Manga Shakespeare

ALA Best Book for Young Adults

ALA Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers

 

“Reluctant readers who appreciate manga and who would not think of picking up the work of Shakespeare are sure to gravitate toward these titles. Even if the text puts them off, they will be drawn to the illustrations. These adaptations would make wonderful additions to any school or public library’s manga collection.” —VOYA

 

“Refreshingly clear, this adaptation is recommended for all libraries serving teens.” —Kirkus Reviews

 

“This fresh new way of looking at a classic will draw new readers to Shakespeare, hopefully to discover that his plays are really quite entertaining.” —YAbookscentral.com

 

Shakespeare’s most commonly studied plays, now the latest additions to the innovative Manga Shakespeare series.

• Rank: #874466 in Books
• Published on: 2008-08-01
• Format: Bargain Price
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 208 pages

Novio Boy: A Play

Novio Boy: A Play
Gary Soto (Author)
(46)

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Ninth grader Rudy has a date with eleventh grader Patricia. Now he has to come up with the money, the poise, and the conversation to carry it off. This one-act play, by turns heartwarming and heart-wrenching, follows Rudy from his desperate search for guidance through the hilarious date itself--all the way to its happy conclusion.

• Rank: #129875 in Books
• Brand: Graphia
• Published on: 2006-06-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 7.24" h x 5.00" w x .31" l, .24 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 96 pages

Romeo and Juliet and West Side Story

Romeo and Juliet and West Side Story
Norris Houghton (Introduction)
(24)

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The tragedy of love thwarted by fate has always intrigued writers.  In the sixteenth century, William Shakespeare took this theme and fashioned one of the world's great plays: Romeo And Juliet.  In our own time, Shakespeare's drama has been used as a basis for the overwhelmingly successful musical play West Side Story.  Though one of these works is set among the nobility of Verona, and the other among immigrant families of New York's West Side, both tell the story of the plight of young star-crossed" lovers.



As Norris Houghton writes in his introduction: "What we see is that all four young people strive to consummate the happiness at the threshold on which they stand and which they have tasted so briefly.  All four are deprived of the opportunity to do so, the Renaissance couple by the caprice of fate, today's youngsters by the prejudice and hatred engendered around them....



"Poets and playwrights will continue to write of youthful lovers whom fate drives into and out of each other's lives.  The spectacle will always trouble and move us, even as the two dramas in this volume do today."

• Rank: #49765 in Books
• Brand: Laurel Leaf
• Published on: 1965-08-15
• Released on: 1965-08-15
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 6.81" h x 4.17" w x .71" l, .30 pounds
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback
• 256 pages

DK Readers: A Trip to the Theater

DK Readers: A Trip to the Theater
Deborah Lock (Author)

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Jake's uncle takes him on a behind-the-scenes tour of a local playhouse in this Level 2 DK Reader. Take a look at all the scenery, props, and costumes - and then it's time for the show!

Packed with full-color photographs, lively illustrations, and engaging, age-appropriate stories to introduce young children to a life-long love of reading. These amazing stories are guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills. Perfect for reading together!

• Rank: #217434 in eBooks
• Published on: 2013-08-16
• Released on: 2013-08-16
• Format: Kindle eBook
• Number of items: 1

The Yellow Boat

The Yellow Boat
David Saar (Author), Orlin Corey (Editor), Benjamin Saar (Illustrator)
(3)

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A Scandinavian folksong tells of three little boats: "One was blue, one was red, and one was yellow as the sun. They sailed far out to sea. The blue one returned to the harbor. The red one sailed home too. But the yellow boat sailed up to the sun." Benjamin always concluded his bedtime ritual by saying, "Mom, you can be the red boat or the blue boat, but I am the yellow boat." This remarkable voyage of Benjamin was extensively developed and widely produced in America for several years, always to ovations. Cast of 4 men and 3 women.

THE YELLOW BOAT is based on the true story of David and Sonja Saar's son, Benjamin, who was born with congenital hemophilia, and died in 1987 at the age of 8 of AIDS related complications. A uniquely gifted visual artist, Benjamin's buoyant imagination transformed his physical and emotional pain into a blaze of colors and shapes in his fanciful drawings and paintings. The story of THE YELLOW BOAT Is a glorious affirmation of a child's life, and the strength and courage of all children. Recommended for children of age 8 and older, parents, families and adults.

• Rank: #103172 in Books
• Brand: Anchorage Pr
• Published on: 1997-06-01
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 76 pages

Snow White and the Seven Dorks: A Readers' Theater Script and Guide (Readers' Theater: How to Put on a Production)

Snow White and the Seven Dorks: A Readers' Theater Script and Guide (Readers' Theater: How to Put on a Production)
Nancy K. Wallace (Author), Nina Mata (Illustrator)

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The show must go on! Snow White and the Seven Dorks is a fractured fairy tale based on the story of the Snow White. When Snow White escapes the huntsman, she is saved by seven dorks. All is well until she uses social media to try to find her prince! This book provides information on putting on a production--including tips on sets, props, and costumes. An easy-to-follow script with color coding for character cues is ideal for readers' theater, puppet shows, or class plays. Teachers can download a free guide with additional tips and reading level information for each character on our Web site.

From the Publisher
Theater is a fun, interactive way to help students improve their reading fluency and oral speaking skills. It also gives students a chance to work cooperatively in groups and helps build their confidence, especially for reluctant readers. Each title in the Readers' Theater series provides information for putting on a production and a script that can be adapted to the format the school sees fit -- as a skit, readers' theater, or full-on play! Teachers can download a free teacher's guide with additional tips on costumes and props and reading level information for each character on our Web site.

Age-appropriate Art * Reinforced Library Binding * Table of Contents * Full Readers' Theater Script * Teacher's Guides * Adapting for Advanced Readers' Theater and Puppet Show. * Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades PreK-4.

• Rank: #502968 in Books
• Brand: Brand: Magic Wagon
• Published on: 2013-08-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .0" h x .0" w x .0" l, .0 pounds
• Binding: Library Binding
• 32 pages

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Thomas and Percy and the Dragon (Thomas & Friends) (Step into Reading)

Thomas and Percy and the Dragon (Thomas & Friends) (Step into Reading)
Rev. W. Awdry (Author), Richard Courtney (Illustrator)
(13)

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Percy is sleeping when he hears a rumble. He opens his eyes and sees a giant yellow dragon! But dragons aren’t real, are they? Maybe it was a dream! The next day he shares his fears with James and Thomas and learns the truth about what it was that he saw. A Step 1 Book

• Rank: #338848 in Books
• Brand: Random House Books for Young Readers
• Published on: 2003-06-24
• Released on: 2003-06-24
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 8.70" h x 4.80" w x .12" l, .16 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 32 pages

Plays from Asian Tales: India, Burma / Thailand, Vietnam

Plays from Asian Tales: India, Burma / Thailand, Vietnam
Barbara Winther (Author)

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• Rank: #819715 in Books
• Published on: 2004-06-30
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: 8.11" h x 5.16" w x .0" l, .15 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 51 pages

Operation Yes

Operation Yes
Sara Lewis Holmes (Author)
(11)

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Want to read a great book about military kids? Sign up for OPERATION YES!

It's just a rectangle of tape on a plain linoleum floor at the front of a sixth-grade classroom on an Air Force base in North Carolina. But when Ms. Loupe steps into the space, it becomes a putting green. A prison cell. A stage. And she teaches her students how to make that magic -- theatre -- happen as well.

Bo loves the improvisation exercises: They focus his restless energies and distract him from his father's impending deployment overseas. But Gari has more important things to worry about -- like getting her mom home safe from Iraq. When Ms. Loupe's brother goes missing in Afghanistan and Ms. Loupe herself breaks down, Gari, Bo, and the rest of the class have to improvise their way through their own "great battles" . . . and find a way to help their teacher fight hers.

The first middle-grade novel about the home front during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, OPERATION YES is a poignant, funny, and generous book about an amazing teacher and the students she inspires.

• Rank: #54495 in Books
• Brand: Arthur A. Levine Books
• Model: FBA-|299507
• Published on: 2011-09-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 7.40" h x 5.12" w x .71" l, .40 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

TRAS LAS HUELLAS DEL SILENCIO (Spanish Edition)

TRAS LAS HUELLAS DEL SILENCIO (Spanish Edition)
Jose Ulloa (Author)

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Más que una simple historia de amor, esta obra es un reflejo de los conflictos humanos que forman parte de la sociedad; donde sus personajes enfrentan con vigor las adversidades que la vida les sitúa en el camino para impedir su felicidad; teniendo que vencer el silencio para lograrla. Un niño separado a temprana edad de al lado de su madre es llevado a los Estados Unidos por su padre, quien en un trágico accidente muere, dejándolo solo a la edad de siete años. Como sobreviviente del accidente, el niño, que viajaba con su padre, es encontrado por un matrimonio que inicia su proceso de adopción y durante muchos años le ocultan su verdadera identidad por el egoísmo de no perder su cariño. Con el correr de los años su madre adoptiva antes de morir le confiesa que el fue un niño adoptado y le da algunas pistas para que pueda encontrar su verdadera identidad e ir a la búsqueda de su madre biológica y sus raíces.. Un amor sublime y apasionado surgido en las tinieblas de este conflicto se ve en peligro de sucumbir ante la incertidumbre de sus personajes envueltos en un inaudito silencio que, solo una confesión inesperada, logra romper.

• Rank: #838891 in Books
• Published on: 2013-07-29
• Original language: Spanish
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 222 pages

The Children's Shakespeare

The Children's Shakespeare
E. Nesbit NESBIT (Author), Rolf Klep (Author), Edith Nesbit (Author)
(12)

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In her touching introduction to this collection, Britain's beloved children's author E. Nesbit shares with us her very personal inspiration for The Children's Shakespeare. As a writer, she understood that the stories are the least part of Shakespeare, but as a mother she also understood the need for simplicity. Her daughters were far too young to handle such complex language, yet certainly they must be capable of appreciating, indeed enjoying, the stories hidden within. Envisioning this simplified introduction to works such as The Winter's Tale, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Taming of the Shrew-eleven plays in all-E. Nesbit set out to make them more accessible to young readers without sacrificing any essential elements. For if the stories were stripped of their wit and humor, of their emotion, the children would be no more entertained by them than by the indecipherable originals. In the end, under E. Nesbit's gifted pen, these stories emerged with all the charm and grace of the very best fairy tales. Written in thoroughly modern English and each no more than ten pages in length, the eleven plays featured in this volume afford children the opportunity to discover for themselves the magic of Shakespeare.

• Rank: #460092 in Books
• Published on: 2000-12
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 8.78" h x 5.88" w x .44" l, .43 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 117 pages