Description
Discover the profound impact of William Shakespeare on the English language in 'Will's Words: How William Shakespeare Changed the Way You Talk.' This beautifully illustrated paperback, authored by Jane Sutcliffe, is a delightful exploration of the words, phrases, and idioms that Shakespeare invented and popularized. With 40 engaging pages, this book celebrates the rich legacy of Shakespeare's linguistic contributions. From iconic expressions like 'what's done is done' to 'too much of a good thing,' this book will captivate readers of all ages. Sutcliffe dives into the world of the Globe Theatre while highlighting Shakespeare's influence on modern vocabulary. Readers will appreciate the playful narrative that embraces the challenge of discussing the Bard's monumental impact on our language. This educational piece is perfect for young readers and anyone looking to enrich their understanding of Shakespeare's legacy. The backmatter features an author’s note, a bibliography, and a timeline that provides additional context and insight into Shakespeare's life and work. This charming book not only entertains but also educates, making it a must-have for literature lovers and aspiring playwrights alike. Snag your copy today and explore how Will truly changed the way we talk!
By Sutcliffe, Jane
By Shelley, John
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages 40
Publisher Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S.
A celebration of the words, phrases, and idioms that Shakespeare invented and the contributions he made to the modern-day English lexicon. When Jane Sutcliffe sets out to write a book about William Shakespeare and the Globe Theatre, in her own words, she runs into a problem- Will's words keep popping up all over the place! What's an author to do? After all, Will is responsible for such familiar phrases as "what's done is done" and "too much of a good thing." He even helped turn "household words" into household words. But, Jane embraces her dilemma, writing about Shakespeare, his plays, and his famous phrases with glee. After all, what better words are there to use to write about the greatest writer in the English language than his very own? As readers will discover, "the long and the short of it" is this- Will changed the English language forever. Backmatter includes an author's note, a bibliography, and a timeline.
By Sutcliffe, Jane
By Shelley, John
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages 40
Publisher Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S.
A celebration of the words, phrases, and idioms that Shakespeare invented and the contributions he made to the modern-day English lexicon. When Jane Sutcliffe sets out to write a book about William Shakespeare and the Globe Theatre, in her own words, she runs into a problem- Will's words keep popping up all over the place! What's an author to do? After all, Will is responsible for such familiar phrases as "what's done is done" and "too much of a good thing." He even helped turn "household words" into household words. But, Jane embraces her dilemma, writing about Shakespeare, his plays, and his famous phrases with glee. After all, what better words are there to use to write about the greatest writer in the English language than his very own? As readers will discover, "the long and the short of it" is this- Will changed the English language forever. Backmatter includes an author's note, a bibliography, and a timeline.