128 pages • first pub 1599 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication date: 17 October 2002
Description
The Oxford School Shakespeare has become the preferred introduction to the literary legacy of the greatest playwright in the English language. This exclusive collection of the Bard's best works has been designed specifically for readers new to Sha...
Community Reviews Summary of 4,204 reviews
Moods
tense 53%
challenging 46%
emotional 27%
reflective 26%
adventurous 20%
sad 17%
mysterious 13%
informative 12%
funny 5%
inspiring 2%
lighthearted 1%
Pace
fast 35%
slow 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 43% | Character: 30% | Plot: 23% | N/A: 2%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 35% | Yes: 33% | No: 28% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
No: 52% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 3%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 82% | Yes: 8% | N/A: 5% | It's complicated: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Murder, SuicideModerate
Misogyny, Sexism, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Self harm
128 pages • first pub 1599 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication date: 17 October 2002
Description
The Oxford School Shakespeare has become the preferred introduction to the literary legacy of the greatest playwright in the English language. This exclusive collection of the Bard's best works has been designed specifically for readers new to Sha...
Community Reviews Summary of 4,204 reviews
Moods
tense 53%
challenging 46%
emotional 27%
reflective 26%
adventurous 20%
sad 17%
mysterious 13%
informative 12%
funny 5%
inspiring 2%
lighthearted 1%
Pace
fast 35%
slow 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 43% | Character: 30% | Plot: 23% | N/A: 2%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 35% | Yes: 33% | No: 28% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
No: 52% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 3%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 82% | Yes: 8% | N/A: 5% | It's complicated: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Murder, SuicideModerate
Misogyny, Sexism, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Self harm