Shakespeare's Original Pronunciation: Speeches and Scenes

Shakespeare's Original Pronunciation: Speeches and Scenes Performed as Shakespeare Would Have Heard Them
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How did Shakespeare sound to the audiences of his day? For the first time, this disc offers listeners the chance to hear England's greatest playwright performed by a company of actors using the pronunciation of his time. Under the guidance of Ben Crystal, actor, author of Shakespeare on Toast, and an expert in original Shakespearean pronunciation, the company performs some of Shakespeare's best-known poems, solo speeches, and scenes from the plays. Hear new meanings uncovered, new jokes revealed, poetic effects enhanced. The CD is accompanied by an introductory essay by Professor David Crystal. An essential purchase for every student and lover of Shakespeare.
Country USA
Brand British Library Publishing
Manufacturer British Library
Binding Audio CD
ItemPartNumber 9780712351195
UnitCount 1
Format Audiobook
EANs 9780712351195
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Shakespeare's Original Pronunciation: Speeches and Scenes Performed as Shakespeare Would Have Heard Them