Shakespeare's Words: A Glossary and Language Companion
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Shakespeare's Words is for people who love Shakespeare, or who love language, or both. David Crystal, one of the world's leading experts on the English language, and his actor son, Ben, have created an immensely practical and enlightening guide to understanding Shakespeare's language for readers, audiences, students, directors and actors.
They have collected over 14,000 words that can cause difficulty or be ambiguous tot he modern reader. Each word is glossed and illustrated by at least one quotation. The book includes succinct precis of the plays, lists of dramatis personne and a unique diagrammatic circle for each play demonstrating the interaction of characters and their allegiances. With panels on intriguing areas such as archaisms, greetings, farewells and swear words, Shakespeare's Words will greatly enrich every reader's understanding and appreciation of the plays.
Every purchase you make supports the work of Shakespeare's Globe. Thank you!
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Authors: David Crystal & Ben Crystal
Format: Paperback
Pages: 636
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Shakespeare's Words is for people who love Shakespeare, or who love language, or both. David Crystal, one of the world's leading experts on the English language, and his actor son, Ben, have created an immensely practical and enlightening guide to understanding Shakespeare's language for readers, audiences, students, directors and actors.
They have collected over 14,000 words that can cause difficulty or be ambiguous tot he modern reader. Each word is glossed and illustrated by at least one quotation. The book includes succinct precis of the plays, lists of dramatis personne and a unique diagrammatic circle for each play demonstrating the interaction of characters and their allegiances. With panels on intriguing areas such as archaisms, greetings, farewells and swear words, Shakespeare's Words will greatly enrich every reader's understanding and appreciation of the plays.
Every purchase you make supports the work of Shakespeare's Globe. Thank you!
Detail
Authors: David Crystal & Ben Crystal
Format: Paperback
Pages: 636
We offer free UK delivery on orders over £30.
- Royal Mail – Tracked
- DHL Next Day Delivery
International shipping options:
- Royal Mail - Tracked standard service
- DHL Express Worldwide – faster delivery with tracking
Made-to-order items
As part of our commitment to sustainability, some of our products are made to order and shipped directly from our suppliers (such as printed clothing, mugs, bags, or prints).
If your order includes both made-to-order and in-stock items, they will arrive in separate parcels. This helps us reduce unnecessary stock and waste. For more details, visit our Delivery & Returns page.
Manufacturer contact information
Penguin Random House UK
80 Strand
London, WC2R 0RL
United Kingdom
EU Authorised Representative Information
Penguin Random House Ireland
Morrison Chambers, 32 Nassau Street
Dublin D02 YH68
Ireland
eu-contact.penguin.ie
