Othello (The Everyman's Library)

Name: Othello (The Everyman's Library)
Rating: 7.68 (101 reviews)
Author: William Shakespeare
ISBN: 9780460875172

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Langue: Anglais
Publié en: 1994
Maison d'édition: Everyman Paperbacks
Pages: 256
ISBN: 9780460875172

Thèmes

Infos sur l'édition originale

Othello : Aus: [Dramatische Werke] [Shakspeare's dramatische Werke], [Bd. 31] Paru initialement en 1850

Éditeur d'origine De Gruyter, Inc.

Autres éditions (316)

Othello- Graphic Shakespeare-Read Along (Illustrated Classics Shakespeare)

2006 • Saddleback Educational Publishing

Anglais

Othello

1994 • Heinemann Young Books

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Othello Fully Annotated with an Introduction, by Burton Raffel

2005 • Yale University Press

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Othello by William Shakespeare (Fictional Drama) Annotated the Unabridged and Annotated Classic Edition

2020 • Independently Published

Anglais

Shakespeare's Othello: A Critical Guide to Appreciation of Themes, Structure, and Style

1993 • Monarch Notes

Anglais

7.68 / 10 (101 notes)

Résumé des avis

Les plus

This book is considered a good entry point for readers who wish to familiarize themselves with the core narrative. One reviewer noted that it effectively conveys the story, especially for those who have been inspired by other forms of the tale, such as theatrical performances, and are now drawn to read the original text. It seems to fulfill the purpose of introducing the plot to new audiences.

Les moins

However, a strong contrasting opinion advises readers to skip this adaptation entirely. Criticisms include the difficulty in following the text, which impedes comprehension. A specific issue highlighted is the inconsistent depiction of characters, with details like their clothing seemingly changing even within the same page, leading to confusion and a disjointed reading experience.

Conclusion

In summary, while this adaptation might serve as a basic introduction to a classic story for some, its execution appears to be a significant drawback for others. Readers primarily interested in simply understanding the plot, and who are prepared to overlook potential issues with clarity and character consistency, might find it acceptable. However, those seeking a smooth, well-presented, and easily followable version may wish to explore other options.

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Sources des notes

Thèmes

Infos sur l'édition originale

Autres éditions (316)

Othello- Graphic Shakespeare-Read Along (Illustrated Classics Shakespeare)

Othello

Othello Fully Annotated with an Introduction, by Burton Raffel

Othello by William Shakespeare (Fictional Drama) Annotated the Unabridged and Annotated Classic Edition

Shakespeare's Othello: A Critical Guide to Appreciation of Themes, Structure, and Style