William Shakespeare Books

To read or not to read, that is the question! Born in Stratford-Upon-Avon in the 16th century, William Shakespeare’s plays have influenced writers, novelists and dramatists in the modern age. Whether studying the Bard at school or simply reading for pleasure, find all his most famous works in this collection now. 

Whether it's the simplified version with beautiful illustrations for younger readers or the original text for older readers, you can find each of his most famous plays in a convenient and affordable box set. This collection would make the perfect gift for kids to keep them entertained for hours in a fun and educational way.

For Younger Readers 

For those just entering the world of Shakespeare, check out our collection of Shakespeare Children’s Stories 20 Books Collection by Macaw Books. This collection of stories is the perfect way to introduce Shakespeare to your children. With beautiful illustrations and simplified narration, these books are designed to captivate children and develop literacy skills. With this affordable box set, there are 20 stories to choose from. 

Titles in the Shakespeare Children’s stories 20 books Collection include: 

1. All’s Well That Ends Well
2. Antony and Cleopatra
3. As You Like It
4. The Comedy of Errors
5. Cymbeline, King of Britain
6. Julius Caesar
7. King Lear
8. A Midsummer Night’s Dream
9. Much Ado About Nothing
10. Othello, The Moor of Venice
11. Romeo and Juliet
12. The Tragedy of Macbeth
13. The Two Gentlemen of Verona
14. Timon of Athens
15. Twelfth Night
16. Hamlet, Prince of Denmark
17. The Tempest
18. The Taming of the Shrew
19. The Winter’s Tale
20. Richard III

For Older Readers

For older readers, check out the acclaimed edition of Shakespeare’s works by Oxford School Shakespeare which has been specially designed for students. This edition includes accessible on-page notes, explanatory illustrations, clear contextual information and accessible scholarly credentials. These editions are the perfect resource for secondary school students studying Shakespeare, including further reading lists, preliminary classroom notes, and links to online resources. This title is suitable for all exam boards and recent GCSE specifications. 

About the Author: 

William Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet, and actor of the 16th century, born in Stratford upon Avon. Commonly referred to as the Bard, his works include 39 plays, 154 sonnets, and three narrative poems. His plays have been translated into every major language and are performed more often than any other playwright. He died in 1616 at aged 52, but the cause of his death remains a mystery. 

His early plays were primarily comedies and histories such as Henry VI, The Comedy of Errors, and The Taming of the Shrew. He is best known for his many tragedies, including Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and King Lear. At the end of his career, he predominantly wrote “tragicomedies”, such as The Winter’s Tale and The Tempest. 

Even 400 years after his passing, Shakespeare remains relevant in the 21st century. The themes in his works are timeless, in conjunction with his influence on literature and the English language, and as a result, his works continue to be studied in schools worldwide.