These tales are the perfect introduction to Shakespeares greatest plays. Renowned writers and essayists of the 18th century, siblings Charles and Mary Lamb vividly bring to life the power of Hamlet and Othello, the fun of As You Like It and the drama of Pericles. Their accessible writing never loses the feel of Shakespeares beautiful language and humanity, and convey all of his wit and wisdom. These tales are classic literature in their own right.\n\nPuffin Clothbound Classics is a series of much-loved stories from classic literature for children and adults, brought together in beautiful hardback volumes.