Tempest

A complete and illustrated edition of Shakespeare’s late comedy with an introduction by actor, writer and director Simon Callow.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2019
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Shakespeare's renowned masterpiece, "The Tempest," is a captivating blend of magical effects, redemptive romance, poetry, and politics. Part of the Macmillan Collectors Library, a series of exquisite, clothbound, pocket-sized classics adorned with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers, these elegant books are perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition showcases illustrations by renowned artist Sir John Gilbert and an insightful introduction by actor, writer, and director Simon Callow.

Exiled from Italy and forced to reside on a remote island with his daughter Miranda, Prospero possesses extraordinary magical powers. He employs these abilities to unleash a devastating storm, causing his enemies, including the treacherous Antonio, to be shipwrecked. The ensuing play is a tapestry of murderous plots, drunken confusion, profound love, and ultimate redemption. As the reader delves deeper into the narrative, an unmistakable message emerges: this is Shakespeare's farewell to the stage, a testament to his unparalleled artistic brilliance.

Weight: 126g
Dimension: 102 x 155 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509889761