Book details
As You Like It
Description
The Longman School Shakespeare series provides extensive support for students in Key Stage 3 and GCSE with leading titles. The editions feature engaging designs and images that bring the play to life, along with activities that help with interpretation and performance. The series also offers guidance on understanding the plot and the language used in the plays. This specific edition, edited by Agnes Latham, is bound in blue cloth boards and was published by Ginn and Company in 1934. It is in very good condition.
Age
7-9
Text complexity
advanced
Length
240 pages
Why to read
- Cultural Enrichment: 'As You Like It' is a classic piece of literature by William Shakespeare, one of the most influential writers in the English language. Reading it can provide insight into Elizabethan society, language, and theatrical history.
- Timeless Themes: The play explores themes such as love, pastoral life versus court life, and the nature of human identity, which remain relevant and relatable to modern audiences.
- Comic Elements: 'As You Like It' is known for its witty humor, clever wordplay, and comedic characters, such as the melancholic Jaques and the fool Touchstone, providing entertainment and laughter.
- Literary Appreciation: The play is a treasure trove of famous quotes and monologues, including the 'All the world's a stage' speech, which showcases Shakespeare's mastery of language and his ability to encapsulate complex ideas in memorable lines.