Oxford School Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet
The Oxford School Shakespeare edition of Romeo and Juliet is specifically designed for students, offering rigorous yet accessible scholarly credentials ideal for classroom study. This popular text is frequently studied by secondary students globally, focusing on themes such as unrequited love, youthful protagonists, divided loyalties, and the powerful forces of fate.
Key Features & Benefits
- Accessible notes and commentaries provide immediate explanations of difficult words and passages.
- Two-column format allows for easy reference checking.
- Wide margins offer ample space for student annotations and note-taking.
- Includes contextual and explanatory illustrations dotted throughout the text.
- Provides additional background information, reading lists (including websites), and outlines common themes.
- Suitable for all exam boards and the most recent English Literature specifications.
- Comes with a free supporting teaching pack and 'Shakespeare in Context' videos filmed at Shakespeare's Globe (accessible via QR code on the back).
Content Overview
This edition explores the characters of Romeo and Juliet, examining their relationships and the external forces that shape their tragedy. Photographs from theatre productions are included to offer alternative interpretations and staging ideas.
Specifications
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Author: William Shakespeare
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Series: Oxford School Shakespeare
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Binding: Paperback
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Edition: New
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Language: English
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Publisher: OUP Oxford
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Publication Date: September 12, 2008
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Print Length: 176 pages
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Dimensions: 170 x 215 x 10 mm (17 x 21.5 x 1 cm)
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Weight: 1.05 kg (1050g)
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Reading Age: 14 - 17 years
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ISBN 10: 0198321668
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ISBN 13: 978-0198321668
This essential school edition, featuring contributions from Roma Gill as series editor, is perfect for students aged 11+ preparing for exams.
