Alistair McCallum Bücher

Deutsch von Frank GüntherMit einem Essay von Ingeborg Bolz Zwei Paare werden in der 1600 uraufgeführten Komödie Opfer von Intrigen: Graf Claudio gewinnt, trotz seiner Schüchternheit, die Hand von Hero, Tochter des Statthalters von Messina. Fast zerbricht die Liebe des glücklichen Paares jedoch, als die unschuldige Hero von Neidern am Hof der Untreue bezichtigt wird. Den Hauptreiz gewinnt das Stück vor allem durch das zweite Paar: Der Soldat Benedick, ein eingefleischter Frauenverächter, und Beatrice, scharfzüngige Männerhasserin, liefern sich bissige Wortgefechte von sprühendem Sprachwitz. Schließlich werden sie, ebenfalls durch eine Intrige, von der angeblich unsterblichen Zuneigung des jeweils anderen überzeugt – und gestehen sich prompt ihre wahren Gefühle für den nur scheinbar verhaßten anderen ein. Das oft gespielte Stück feierte vor einigen Jahren auch auf der Kinoleinwand große Erfolge: in der Verfilmung von Kenneth Branagh glänzen er selbst und Partnerin Emma Thompson als das haßliebende Paar. Der Band erscheint wie immer in zweisprachiger Ausgabe, deutsch von Frank Günther, und mit einem ausführlichen Anhang.

The Shakespeare Handbooks provide a helpful, straightforward guide to the work of the world’s most celebrated dramatist. Along with a clear, easy-to-follow description of the plot, each book contains plenty of quotations from the text – with simple explanations of any unfamiliar words and phrases – and some thought-provoking comments from critics, past and present.The Shakespeare Handbooks include a few intriguing Shakespearean facts and figures, too. How old was Shakespeare when he wrote As You Like It ? Which character is he thought to have played in his own comedy? Where is the Forest of Arden? What – and when – is ‘the only pretty ring-time’? And who is the stranger carrying a bloodstained handkerchief?If you’re apprehensive about approaching a Shakespeare play, the Shakespeare Handbooks provide the perfect introduction. They’re ideal for students, theatregoers – in fact, anyone curious to know more about the greatest plays in the English language.These are a few of the appreciative comments we’ve received about the Shakespeare Handbooks :“Tremendously useful in helping to understand Shakespeare’s works” – Dame Judi Dench.“Very readable, very helpful” – Kenneth Branagh.“The Shakespeare Handbooks open the plays up admirably. Excellent for all levels of reader – everybody will get something from them.” – Simon Callow.

Focusing on the complexities of plot and language, this handbook helps readers navigate Shakespeare's plays, allowing them to fully appreciate the richness and vibrancy of his writing. It serves as a supportive tool for understanding the intricacies of his works while enhancing the overall enjoyment of his timeless themes and characters.

'Romeo und Julia' ist eine Tragödie, neben 'Hamlet' die bekannteste und beliebteste, die Shakespeare je geschrieben hat. Romeo und Julia, die tragisch Verliebten, gehören zwei verfeindeten Familien an, den Montagues und Capulets, die verhindern, dass sie ihre Liebe offen leben. Heimlich lassen sie sich trauen. Um der vom Vater geplanten Hochzeit mit einem Dritten zu entgehen, trinkt Julia einen Betäubungstrank, der sie für vierzig Stunden in einen todesähnlichen Schlaf versetzt. Doch Romeo kommt zu spät. Wie tot liegt Julia vor ihm und aus Verzweiflung trinkt er Gift. Wenige Augenblicke später erwacht sie und erblickt das Unglück. Mit seinem Dolch folgt sie ihm nach.

Focusing on the challenges of understanding Shakespeare's intricate plots and language, this Handbook serves as a valuable resource for readers. It aims to enhance appreciation for the richness and vibrancy of Shakespeare's works, allowing audiences to engage more deeply with his timeless themes and characters.

The Shakespeare Handbooks provide a helpful, straightforward guide to the work of the world’s most celebrated dramatist. Along with a clear, easy-to-follow description of the plot, each book contains plenty of quotations from the text – with simple explanations of any unfamiliar words and phrases – and some thought-provoking comments from critics, past and present. The Shakespeare Handbooks include a few intriguing Shakespearean facts and figures, too. How old was Shakespeare when he wrote Othello? Which word is used more frequently in this play than in any other by Shakespeare? What did George Bernard Shaw, W. H. Auden and Laurence Olivier think of the play? And what was remarkable about the performance of Margaret Hughes as Desdemona in 1660? If you’re apprehensive about approaching a Shakespeare play, the Shakespeare Handbooks provide the perfect introduction. They’re ideal for students, theatregoers – in fact, anyone curious to know more about the greatest plays in the English language. These are a few of the appreciative comments we’ve received about the Shakespeare Handbooks: “Tremendously useful in helping to understand Shakespeare’s works” – Dame Judi Dench. “Very readable, very helpful” – Kenneth Branagh. “The Shakespeare Handbooks open the plays up admirably. Excellent for all levels of reader – everybody will get something from them.” – Simon Callow.

The Shakespeare Handbooks provide a helpful, straightforward guide to the work of the world's most celebrated dramatist. Along with a clear, easy-to-follow description of the plot, each book contains plenty of quotations from the text - with simple explanations of any unfamiliar words and phrases - and some thought-provoking comments from critics, past and present. The Shakespeare Handbooks include a few intriguing Shakespearean facts and figures, too. How old was Shakespeare when he wrote The Tempest? What did his friend and rival Ben Jonson think of the play? Why is Bermuda mentioned in it? Which everyday expressions were first coined in The Tempest? Which famous science fiction movie did it inspire? And what is a 'wezand'? And a 'doit'? If you're apprehensive about approaching a Shakespeare play, the Shakespeare Handbooks provide the perfect introduction. They're ideal for students, theatregoers - in fact, anyone curious to know more about the greatest plays in the English language. These are a few of the appreciative comments we've received about the Shakespeare Handbooks: "Tremendously useful in helping to understand Shakespeare's works" - Dame Judi Dench. "Very readable, very helpful" - Kenneth Branagh. "The Shakespeare Handbooks open the plays up admirably. Excellent for all levels of reader - everybody will get something from them." - Simon Callow.

The Shakespeare Handbooks provide a helpful, straightforward guide to the work of the world's most celebrated dramatist. Along with a clear, easy-to-follow description of the plot, each book contains plenty of quotations from the text - with simple explanations of any unfamiliar words and phrases - and some thought-provoking comments from critics, past and present. The Shakespeare Handbooks include a few intriguing Shakespearean facts and figures, too. How old was Shakespeare when he wrote Antony and Cleopatra? Which word is used more frequently in this play than in any other by Shakespeare? Which Greek god did Antony claim as one of his ancestors? When were Cleopatra's 'salad days'? And whose performance of Antony and Cleopatra prompted one critic to say that it fulfilled his 'life's desire in the theatre'? If you're apprehensive about approaching a Shakespeare play, the Shakespeare Handbooks provide the perfect introduction. They're ideal for students, theatregoers - in fact, anyone curious to know more about the greatest plays in the English language. These are a few of the appreciative comments we've received about the Shakespeare Handbooks: "Tremendously useful in helping to understand Shakespeare's works" - Dame Judi Dench. "Very readable, very helpful" - Kenneth Branagh. "The Shakespeare Handbooks open the plays up admirably. Excellent for all levels of reader - everybody will get something from them." - Simon Callow.