Manga Classics: Romeo and Juliet: Great Literature Brought to Life

Lee Kyung-Shin

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Book cover for Manga Classics: Romeo and Juliet: Great Literature Brought to Life

Manga Classics: Romeo and Juliet: Great Literature Brought to Life

Manga Classics: Romeo and Juliet: Great Literature Brought to Life

Lee Kyung-Shin

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Manga Classics: Romeo and Juliet brings the classic tale of star-crossed lovers to life as a comic book.

William Shakespeare's tragic play about a young couple from two warring families is perhaps the greatest love story ever told. Manga Classics retells the tale with bold illustrations, making it easy to follow yet still introducing some of Shakespeare's timeless poetry.

Follow the ups and downs of the young lovers as they meet, fall in love, then have to deal with the consequence of their parents' enmity.

Each volume in the Manga Classics series provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to a great work of literature in a manner that is clear, accessible and entertaining.

Critical Reviews

"Modern culture meets tradition in the delightful Manga Classics version of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, with text and illustrations by Lee Kyung-shin. The powerful, vibrant illustrations are complemented by the speech bubble dialogue which is studded with much of Shakespeare's original language. This offers a lovely means of bringing one of the best known love stories of all time to young people, in an easy to understand and attractive format."--The Scotsman on Sunday


"Plays are meant to be seen, not read. I think this is why so many young people can, and do, struggle with Shakespeare. Manga Classics Romeo and Juliet can certainly help with the visuals. The art is modern and colourful. Manga-style onomatopoeia is interspersed with Shakespearean language...I can see this text helping reluctant readers or those struggling to visualise a play as a supplement text."--The School Librarian

"...a great introduction to these classic tales. It has bite-sized text which is easy to follow and very accessible. These books would also be great for reluctant readers. This is such a fun way to read some classic books!"--@family_book_club

"I love love love these new manga classics from Button Books - and so does my nine year old! What a great way to capture his interest in reading and the classics!"--@posies_book_club


"This series brings great literature to life as comic books. Each volume in the Manga Classics series provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to a great work of literature in a manner that is clear, accessible and entertaining for children - and adults alike!"--@katys_book_shelf

"Fantastic blend of modern Manga and classic stories by the (always) creative and inspiring [Button Books]"--Jennifer Caddick, Reading Zone

Publishing Information

Publisher: Button Books
Pub date: 2025-05-06
Length: 192 pages

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