Macbeth - Anna Claybourne

Is this a dagger which I see before me...?

A
power-hungry general, his crazed wife, three interfering witches and
some terrifying ghosts... Read on, through murder and mayhem, to
discover the gripping story of Macbeth, one of Shakespeare's most famous
tragedies.

Contains information about the background to
Macbeth, its major themes, language, and Shakespeare's life during the
time he was writing the play. Witches and witchcraft in 16th century
England are also examined,
to give
the context in which the play was written.

The Short, Sharp
Shakespeare series consists of six books that retell Shakespeare's most
famous plays in modern English. Clever illustrations accompany each
title, making them a great introduction to the Bard for children aged 9
and above.