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Oxford School Shakespeare: Oxford School Shakespeare: Othello
Oxford School Shakespeare: Oxford School Shakespeare: Othello
Educational edition of Othello - ideal for in-class teaching and revision.
Author: William Shakespeare and Series Editor: Roma Gill
Suitable for: Teachers and students aged 11+. Suitable for all exam boards.
Price: £7.99
ISBN:
978-0-19-832873-5
Publication date:
05/03/2009
Paperback:
208 pages
Dimensions:
216x170mm
Availability: In stock.
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Description
Features
- Full, unabridged version of the popular Shakespeare play, ideal for contextual reading and thorough exam preparation.
- Outlines common themes explored when studying Othello's character, including his ill-fated marriage with Desdemona, Othello as the tragic hero and Othello as a victim of trickery and racial prejudice.
- Encourage instant comprehension with clear notes and commentaries giving detailed explanations of difficult words and passages.
- Photographs from theatre productions offer alternative interpretations and staging ideas.
- A highly accessible two-column format makes reference-checking and explanations easy and more immediate.
This page was last updated on 22 December 2024 at 20:30 GMT
Reviews
- This edition of Othello is a fantastic copy. There are ample notes alongside the text, which contribute to the understanding of the play. Well spaced text, also allows for clear reading and annotation. There are also plenty of activities for both in and out of the classroom, aiding student revision and coursework. - 5 star Amazon review
Table of Contents
IntroductionAbout the Play
Leading Characters in the Play
Synopsis
Othello: Commentary
Time Sequences in Othello
Shakespeare's Verse
Source, text and Date
Characters in the Play
Othello
The 'Willow' Song
Othello: the Source
What the Critics have said
Background
England in 1604
Government
Religion
Education
Language
Drama
Theatre
William Shakespeare, 1564-1616
Approximate dates of Composition of Shakespeare's Works
Exploring Othello in the Classroom
Ways into the Play
Setting the Scene
Keeping Track of the Action
Characters
Themes
Shakespeare's Language
Exploring with Drama
Writing about Othello
Further Reading and Resources
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