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The Tempest
by William ShakespeareThis bewitching play, Shakespeare's final work, articulates a wealth of the playwright's mature reflections on life and contains some of his most familiar and oft-quoted lines. The story concerns Miranda, a lovely young maiden, and Prospero, her philosophical old magician father, who dwell on an enchanted island, alone except for their servants — Ariel, an invisible sprite, and Caliban, a monstrous witch's son. Into their idyllic but isolated lives comes a shipwrecked party that includes the enemies who usurped Prospero's dukedom years before, and set him and his daughter adrift on the ocean. Also among the castaways is a handsome prince, the first young man Miranda has ever seen. Comedy, romance, and reconciliation ensue, in a masterly drama that begins with a storm at sea and concludes in joyous harmony.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Adapted)
by Victor Hugo Malvina G. VogelThis novel has been adapted into 10 short chapters that will excite the reluctant reader as well as the enthusiastic one. Key words are defined and used in context. Multiple-choice questions require the student to recall specific details, sequence the events, draw inferences from story context, develop another name for the chapter, and choose the main idea. Let the Classics introduce Kipling, Stevenson, and H. G. Wells. Your students will embrace the notion of Crusoe's lonely reflections, the psychological reactions of a Civil War soldier at Chancellorsville, and the tragedy of the Jacobite Cause in 18th Century Scotland. In our society, knowledge of these Classics is a cultural necessity. Improves fluency, vocabulary and comprehension.
A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare class 10 - Meghalaya Board
by Hitesh D RaviyaThis edition of A Midsummer Night's Dream is designed to help students understand Shakespeare in a comprehensive manner. The introductory notes followed by detailed synopsis of the play and analysis of leading characters make this a handy book for comprehending the drama.
Bernard Shaw Candida
by Dr Raghukul TilakThe central characters are clergyman James Morell, his wife Candida and a youthful poet, Eugene Marchbanks, who tries to win Candida's affections.
English Poetry And Drama Part-2
by Directorate of Distance Education Annamalai University CuddaloreThe course on “Poetry and Drama” aims at introducing the learner to some of the splendid specimens of poetry that are thought-provoking and inspiring. It also acquaints the learner with a classic comedy of Shakespeare and some of the short modern plays that deal with modern problems. Moreover, the student can learn the usage of modern English idiom.
The Tragedy of Macbeth (Literary Classics)
by William ShakespeareThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. <p><p> This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. <p><p> As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Pilgrim's Progress
by John BunyanThis book, the most perfect allegory ever produced, has been more widely read in English than any other book except the Bible. The English of the book is pure and strong; but its great power lies neither in its English nor in the perfection of the allegory, but in the fact that in picturing his own religious struggles, Bunyan pictured those of other men as well. Stylistically, Bunyan combines simplicity with rare earnestness. He had something to say, and in his in most soul he felt that this something was of supreme importance for all time. He also had a rare combination of imagination and dramatic power. His abstractions became living persons. It would be difficult to find English prose that is more simple, earnest, strong, imaginative, and dramatic than this work. Bunyan's style felt the shaping influence of the Bible more than of all other works combined. He knew the Scriptures almost by heart. It is no wonder that in the allegories of the world's literature, The Pilgrim's Progress stands out as a masterpiece written to people of every age and condition.
English Poetry And Drama Part-II Units I-V
by Directorate of Distance Education Annamalai University Tamil NaduThe course on “Poetry and Drama” aims at introducing the learner to some of the splendid specimens of poetry that are thought-provoking and inspiring. It also acquaints the learner with a classic comedy of Shakespeare and some of the short modern plays that deal with modern problems. Moreover, the student can learn the usage of modern English idiom.
Dryden: An Essay of Dramatic Poesy
by Thomas Arnold William T. Arnold"Dryden’s Essay of Dramatic Poesy" provides a captivating exploration of the nature and principles of dramatic poetry in this influential work first published in 1668. The web page encompasses not only the titular essay but also features a comprehensive preface by Thomas Arnold, revised by William T. Arnold, offering historical and biographical context along with a summary and analysis of Dryden's key arguments. Dryden's Epistle Dedicatory, addressed to Charles Sackville, adds a personal touch, elucidating the essay's purpose and praising Sackville's contributions to the arts. The main body, "Essay of Dramatic Poesy," unfolds as a lively dialogue among four gentlemen, debating topics ranging from ancient versus modern poets to the rules of drama. Dryden's sharp wit and critical insight shine through with rich examples and references. The inclusion of Dryden's Defence of the Essay, responding to objections raised by Sir Robert Howard, provides a well-rounded perspective, defending his views on rhyme, verse, and dramatic unities with humor and courtesy. This compilation offers a profound glimpse into the world of dramatic poesy and Dryden's enduring literary prowess.
Isabel: Taking Wing (Girls Of Many Lands)
by Annie DaltonIn 1592, twelve-year-old Isabel dreams of adventure and finds it, not only on her journey from her London home to her aunt's manor house in Northamptonshire, but also through the healing arts her aunt teaches her.