Shakespeare as children's literature : Edwardian retellings in words and pictures / Velma Bourgeois Richmond.

Author/creator Richmond, Velma Bourgeois
Format Book
Publication InfoJefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., ©2008.
Descriptionvii, 363 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Subjects
Lamb, Charles, 1775-1834. Tales from Shakespeare.
Lamb, Mary, 1764-1847--Criticism and interpretation.
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616--Adaptations.
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616--Stories, plots, etc.
Children's literature, English--History and criticism.
Children--Books and reading. --Great Britain. --History. --19th century.

Contents Contexts for Charles and Mary Lamb's Tales from Shakespeare -- The tradition of Charles and Mary Lamb's Tales from Shakespeare -- Lamb's Tales continued: completion, addition, and selection -- Victorian alternatives -- Edwardian elegance and exuberance: retellings large and small -- Shakespeare in schoolbooks -- Home libraries, literary histories, and pedagogical advice.
Abstract "First published in 1807, Mary and Charles Lamb's Tales from Shakespeare was recognized as a classic of children's literature. This work examines Lambs' Tales, including the ways the lavishly illustrated Edwardian editions used pictures to convey the stories for children. It also covers alternatives to the stories, school textbooks from the period, and multi-volume American collections"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 345-350) and index.
LCCN 2008008597
ISBN9780786437818 (softcover : alk. paper)
ISBN0786437812 (softcover : alk. paper)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks PR 2877.L33 R53 2008 ✔ Available Place Hold