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The Crucible (Penguin Classics)
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This short play dives deep into the minds of those who participated in the Salem Witch Trials during the 1600's. Miller focuses entirely on human emotions as he attempts to discover the real reason for these ridiculous witch accusations. "The Crucible" is intriguing and mind-bottling as readers realize the severity of the trials. Many people's lives we... »
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Hamlet (No Fear Shakespeare)
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It would serve no useful purpose to write a review of Hamlet. It has already taken its rightful place among mankind's greatest works. The subject here is not Hamlet, but the manner in which it is presented:
Numbered, original text on the left hand page, modern, up-to-date language on the right hand page.
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Romeo and Juliet (No Fear Shakespeare)
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I wanted to dislike this book. I mean, how can "But wait, what's that light in the window over there?" ever compare to "But soft! What light through yonder window breaks?" It can't, and the translator doesn't even try. The modern prose version is flat and unexciting, and when you compare it to Shakespeare's words it can lead to some good belly laugh... »
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No Exit and Three Other Plays
This book is a wonderful collection of plays written by the brilliant intellect of Sartre. It is an essential reading for the philosopher at heart.... »
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Romeo and Juliet (Dover Thrift Editions)
I am very conflicted in my feelings about this play; there are very powerful reasons to rate it highly, and also very powerful reasons to rate it poorly. ... »
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The Glass Menagerie
Tennessee Williams' play in seven scenes continues to fascinate
audiences and readers a half a century after its Chicago premiere.
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A Streetcar Named Desire.
This is probably the most famous piece of literature from the US that I hadn'd read yet, until now. Nor watched as a play or movie. And still I seemed to ... »
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Macbeth (No Fear Shakespeare)
After struggling with my decision to use this book with my senior students, I am finding they are less hesitant to read AND they are enjoying the concepts... »
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The Tempest (Folger Shakespeare Library)
One of Shakespeare's most beloved works, The Tempest is a classic tale of adventure that combines revenge drama, romance, and comedy, all of it driven by ... »
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