Antony & Cleopatra (Shakespeare 20 Books)

Antony & Cleopatra is a brilliant drama of love and war by William Shakespeare. Hailed as one of the master

playwright's greatest tragedies, the play is set in ancient Rome and Egypt, and portrays actual events from

Roman history. It revolves around it's two main characters, Antony, a Roman General, and Cleopatra, the Queen

of Egypt. Antony falls in love with Cleopatra, and throughout the play remains torn between his duty and his

love for her.

This short narrative version of the play has been suitably adapted to help introduce the play to young readers.

It can be read by children or read to them by parents who wish to introduce them to the play. It can also be

used by teachers as a classroom resource. The easy-to-read narration and comic-style illustration are sure to

captivate children's interest and develop their reading skills.

Ages: 7 - 11 yrs