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A Shakespeare Story Macbeth

Name: A Shakespeare Story Macbeth
Rating: 4.63 (8 reviews)
ISBN: 9781841213446

By Andrew Matthews and Tony Ross

Three witches predict Macbeth’s crown—but what will his hungry ambition sacrifice?

engaging dramatic accessible

Pageticker community rating

Average score: 4.63

From 8 readers

Genres

Historical Fiction Classics

What is A Shakespeare Story Macbeth about?

In this captivating retelling of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', brave Scottish general Macbeth encounters three mysterious witches who predict he will become king. Driven by ambition and spurred on by his wife, he embarks on a treacherous path of murder and deceit to seize the throne. However, his ruthless quest leads to paranoia, madness, and ultimately, his downfall. This accessible adaptation brings the classic tale of power and its consequences to life for young readers.

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

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2003

First published

2001

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