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Books in Shakespeare Classics Graphic Novels series

  • Great Expectations: The Graphic Novel

    Brigit Viney, Charles Dickens

    Paperback (Heinle Cengage Learning, June 15, 2009)
    The Classic Graphic Novel Collection is a revolutionary new series of graphic novels which re-tells classic literature for learners of English. Graded at the intermediate level, the fresh blend of accessible storytelling and captivating artwork ensures that students will want to return to these stories time and again. "My name was Philip Pirrip. When I was a small child, I couldn't say this, so I called myself Pip." Pip is a young man from humble beginnings. He abandons his old life to become a gentleman after several occurrences: a frightening meeting with an escaped prisoner; a call to meet with the bitter, old Miss Havisham and the beautiful but cold-hearted Estella; and the sudden generosity of a stranger. The story of Pip's Great Expectations is accompanied by fabulous artwork which sends the reader straight to Dickens's Victorian England.
  • Winter's Tale

    William Shakespeare, Rod Espinosa

    Library Binding (Magic Wagon, Sept. 1, 2010)
    In graphic novel format, presents the play by William Shakespeare in which jealous King Leontes of Sicilia banishes his wife and their newborn daughter, rues his decision, and reunites with them sixteen years later.
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  • A Midsummer Night's Dream

    William Shakespeare

    Paperback (Raintree, June 13, 2012)
    Hermia and her father, Egeus, beg for Theseus's judgment regarding whom Hermia should marry. Theseus tells Hermia she must marry Demetrius, even though she loves Lysander. At nightfall, the two young lovers run off to the forest to be married in secret. However, Demetrius discovers their deception and charges into the forest.
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  • Romeo and Juliet

    William Shakespeare, Martin Powell, Eva Cabrera

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2011)
    The tragic story of two star-crossed lovers from different worlds comes to life in graphic novel format. Romeo, from the Montague family, and Juliet, of the Capulet clan, fall deeply in love at first sight. Fearful of punishment from their respective factions, the two teens keep their love hidden from everyone. However, when their commitment to each other is exposed, it adds more fuel to the heated family feud between the Capulets and Montagues and puts their love and their lives at risk.
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  • A Christmas Carol: Classic Graphic Novel Collection

    Classical Comics

    Paperback (Heinle ELT, April 28, 2010)
    The Classic Graphic Novel Collection is a revolutionary new series of graphic novels which re-tells classic literature for learners of English. Graded at the intermediate level, the fresh blend of accessible storytelling and captivating artwork ensures that students will want to return to these stories time and again. Ebenezer Scrooge is a mean and miserable old man. The only thing he cares about is making money and keeping it. He does not like the poor and the needy, and he hates Christmas as much as he hates laughter and kindness. All of this changes on Christmas Eve when he gets a rude awakening to just how sad and lonely his life really is. This timeless story was an immediate success for Charles Dickens when it was first published in 1843. Dickens's message about the importance of thinking of others is something for everyone to think about. This enchanting and magical tale is presented with detailed artwork, authentic settings, and wonderful characters to be enjoyed by readers of all ages!
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  • Othello

    William Shakespeare, Chris Allen

    Library Binding (Graphic Planet, Sept. 1, 2008)
    The works of William Shakespeare come alive in these stunning graphic novels adaptation using the original Shakespearean dialog. The world-class art, romance, betrayal, and tragedy of Othello will capture the attention of reluctant readers. Supplement your traditional Shakespearean sources with the graphic novel adaptation that will help readers imagine the action like never before. Graphic Planet is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades 5-10.
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  • Comedy of Errors

    William Shakespeare, Rod Espinosa

    Library Binding (Magic Wagon, Sept. 1, 2010)
    Retells, in comic book format, Shakespeare's play about two sets of identical twins accidentally separated at infancy.
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  • Twelfth Night

    William Shakespeare, Cynthia Martin

    Library Binding (Graphic Planet, Sept. 1, 2008)
    The works of William Shakespeare come alive in these stunning graphic novels adaptation using the original Shakespearean dialog. The world-class art, disguises, romance, and comedy of Twelfth Night will capture the attention of reluctant readers. Supplement your traditional Shakespearean sources with the graphic novel adaptation that will help readers imagine the action like never before. Graphic Planet is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades 5-10.
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  • Romeo and Juliet: Classic Graphic Novel Collection

    Classical Comics

    Paperback (Heinle ELT, June 2, 2010)
    The Classic Graphic Novel Collection is a revolutionary new series of graphic novels which re-tells classic literature for learners of English. Graded at the intermediate level, the fresh blend of accessible storytelling and captivating artwork ensures that students will want to return to these stories time and again. The fair city of Verona is troubled by two feuding families: the Montagues and the Capulets. Their hatred for each other runs deep and they regularly disturb the streets with their fighting. When Romeo Montague meets and falls instantly in love with Juliet Capulet, it can only lead to a tragic end. William Shakespeare's wonderful and iconic play is as relevant today as it was when it was written - over 400 years ago! It is one of his best-known works, containing some of his most famous lines. Detailed illustrations and lively content capture all of the beauty, emotion, and tragedy of Shakespeare's timeless tale.
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  • Bram Stoker's Dracula: The Graphic Novel

    Gary Reed, Becky Cloonan

    Library Binding (Spotlight, Jan. 1, 2006)
    A graphic-novel version of the original tale captures the long, dark history of the lord of the undead--from his Transylvanian castle to his quests for blood from the living for his very survival.
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  • Cymbeline

    William Shakespeare, Fred Perry

    Library Binding (Magic Wagon, Sept. 1, 2010)
    In graphic novel format, presents the play by William Shakespeare in which Imogen and Leonatus secretly marry against the will of her father, King Cymbeline, and remain true to one another through separation, deceit, and war.
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  • Jack London's The Call of the Wild: The Graphic Novel

    Neil Kleid, Alex Nino

    Library Binding (Spotlight, Jan. 1, 2006)
    Presents a graphic-novel version of the tale of an unusual dog, part St. Bernard, part Scotch shepherd, that is forcibly taken to the Klondike gold fields where he eventually becomes the leader of a wolf pack.
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