Oxford Illustrated Shakespeare Dictionary

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Winner of Best Book, Publication, or Recording prize at the Falstaff Awards 2015 and shortlisted for the 2016 SLA Information Book Award.

This innovative dictionary is written by leading experts in linguistics and Shakespeare, David and Ben Crystal. It provides students with invaluable support while they read and understand Shakespeare's plays. Key features include:
• Over 4000 difficult words explained with clear definitions from the 12 most-studied plays including Macbeth, Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Henry V
• Language and usage notes include fascinating insights into Shakespeare's world and the Elizabethan theatre
• 24 full colour illustrated pages on themes such as dress, armour, maps, music and more, bringing Shakespearean times to life
• Easy to use with its clear signposting, accessible design, and expertly levelled contemporary look and feel
• For children aged 11-16 and a great supporting resource for GCSE preparation

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About David Crystal


David Crystal is known throughout the world as a writer, editor, lecturer and broadcaster on language. He has published extensively on the history and development of English, including The Stories of English (2004), Evolving English (2010), Begat: The King James Bible and the English Language (2010), The Story of English in 100 W

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About Ben Crystal


David Crystal is known throughout the world as a writer, editor, lecturer and broadcaster on language. He has published extensively on the history and development of English, including The Stories of English (2004), Evolving English (2010), Begat: The King James Bible and the English Language (2010), The Story of English in 100 W

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