Shakespeare's Sonnets, Retold: Classic Love Poems with a Modern Twist

James Anthony has translated Shakespeare's sonnets with an insolent, lovable charm, making them accessible to a modern readership and rediscovering the greatest love poetry ever written. He has rewritten the series of poems as sonnets using modern language while retaining the rhythm and rhyme patterns that give them such power.

Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 08 November 2018
Publisher: Ebury Publishing

James Anthony has achieved an incredible feat that I would have confidently deemed impossible. He has successfully translated Shakespeare's sonnets, infusing them with an insolent yet lovable charm.

This remarkable achievement has been hailed as a dazzling success by none other than Stephen Fry.

Rediscover the greatest love poetry ever written.

Shakespeare's sonnets are cherished among nations for their timeless beauty and profound expressions of love. However, the Elizabethan language used in these poems can sometimes pose a challenge to fully comprehend their meaning. Many guides attempt to clarify the meaning, often at the expense of losing the magic and charm that make the sonnets so beloved. James Anthony has taken a bold and innovative approach. He has rewritten the entire series of poems as sonnets, employing modern language while preserving the rhythm and rhyme patterns that give them their immense power. By doing so, he has breathed new life into the original poems, making them accessible and relevant to a modern readership. In his provocative new translations, Anthony delves deeper into the nuances of Shakespeare's language, offering insights that shed light on the timeless themes of love, passion, and the complexities of human relationships.

Presented in an attractive book format, with the original sonnets facing their new translations, this collection is a stunning testament to the enduring power of Shakespeare's poetry. The original sonnets are juxtaposed with Anthony's fresh and captivating interpretations, creating a harmonious blend of beauty and innovation.

James Anthony's achievement is a testament to his talent and dedication as a translator. His bold approach has breathed new life into Shakespeare's sonnets, making them accessible and captivating to a wide audience. This collection is a must-read for anyone who appreciates the beauty of love poetry and seeks to explore the timeless wisdom of Shakespeare in a fresh and engaging way.

Weight: 398g
Dimension: 185 x 141 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780753553138