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Othello A Shakespeare Story

By Andrew Matthews

Adjectives

engaging accessible tragic illustrated

Genres

Classics Historical Fiction

Synopsis

Othello, a respected Moorish general, secretly marries Desdemona, a Venetian noblewoman. Their happiness is threatened by Iago, Othello's envious ensign, who schemes to destroy their love through deceit and manipulation. This retelling of Shakespeare's tragic play introduces young readers to themes of jealousy, trust, and betrayal, brought to life with accessible language and engaging illustrations.

About the author

Andrew Matthews is a popular author and illustrator from the UK, well known for retelling classic stories like 'Hamlet' and 'Macbeth' in a fun and easy way for children. He enjoys making reading exciting and accessible for everyone. Andrew’s books help young readers enjoy famous tales from history and literature.

Pages

63 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2007

Community rating

Average score: 3.33

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