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William Shakespeare’s tragic play about a young couple from two warring families is perhaps the greatest love story ever told. Manga Classics retells the tale with bold illustrations, making it easy to follow yet still introducing some of Shakespeare’s timeless poetry.
Follow the ups and downs of the young lovers as they meet, fall in love, and then have to deal with the consequences of their parents’ enmity.
The book includes:
- A quick and fun way to introduce classic stories
- Ideal for reluctant readers - encourages children to read for fun
- Easy-to-follow, bite-size text using different font sizes, bold typography and dazzling illustrations
Each volume in the Manga Classics series provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to a great work of literature in a manner that is clear, accessible and entertaining.
"Modern culture meets tradition in the delightful Manga Classics version of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, with text and illustrations by Lee Kyung-shin. The powerful, vibrant illustrations are complemented by the speech bubble dialogue which is studded with much of Shakespeare's original language. This offers a lovely means of bringing one of the best known love stories of all time to young people, in an easy to understand and attractive format."—The Scotsman on Sunday
"Plays are meant to be seen, not read. I think this is why so many young people can, and do, struggle with Shakespeare. Manga Classics Romeo and Juliet can certainly help with the visuals. The art is modern and colourful. Manga-style onomatopoeia is interspersed with Shakespearean language...I can see this text helping reluctant readers or those struggling to visualise a play as a supplement text."—The School Librarian
"...a great introduction to these classic tales. It has bite-sized text which is easy to follow and very accessible. These books would also be great for reluctant readers. This is such a fun way to read some classic books!"—@family_book_club
"I love love love these new manga classics from Button Books - and so does my nine year old! What a great way to capture his interest in reading and the classics!"—@posies_book_club
"This series brings great literature to life as comic books. Each volume in the Manga Classics series provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to a great work of literature in a manner that is clear, accessible and entertaining for children - and adults alike!"—@katys_book_shelf
"Fantastic blend of modern Manga and classic stories by the (always) creative and inspiring [Button Books]"—Jennifer Caddick, Reading Zone
Lee Kyung-shin is a Korean illustrator known for creating vibrant, full-colour manga-style artwork for literary adaptations.
Chapter 1
A long-running feud 12
Chapter 2
A masked ball 28
Chapter 3
Lover’s meetings 48
Chapter 4
Duel at high noon 70
Chapter 5
Too late and too early 86
Chapter 6
Juliet’s plan 104
Chapter 7
Meanwhile, in Mantua 126
Chapter 8
Duel at the tomb 140
Chapter 9
Juliet wakes 160
Chapter 10
All are punished 178