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William Shakespeare's Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope
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Star Wars meets Shakespeare in iambic pentameter.
If the idea of combining the cultural titan that is Star Wars with the timeless eloquence of Shakespeare intrigues you, then "William Shakespeare's Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope" is a must-read. Imagine the classic space opera narrated with the grandeur and wit of Elizabethan drama—this book offers a unique experience that bridges the gap between modern storytelling and classical literature. It's a delightful fusion that will entertain and impress, whether you're a fan of the Force or a devotee of the Bard.
- Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Humor (2013)
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ISBN: 9781594746376
Authors:
Ian Doescher
Publisher: Quirk Books
Date of Publication: 2013-07-02
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 3.95
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MAY THE VERSE BE WITH YOU! Return once more to a galaxy far, far away with this sublime retelling of George Lucas's epic Star Wars in the style of the immortal Bard of Avon. The saga of a wise (Jedi) knight and an evil (Sith) lord, of a beautiful princess held captive and a young hero coming of age, Star Wars abounds with all the valor and villainy of Shakespeare's greatest plays. 'Tis a tale told by fretful Droids, full of faithful Wookiees and fearsome Stormtroopers, signifying... pretty much everything. Reimagined in glorious iambic pentameter, William Shakespeare's Star Wars will astound and edify Rebels and Imperials alike. Zounds! This is the book you're looking for.
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Star Wars meets Shakespeare in iambic pentameter.
If the idea of combining the cultural titan that is Star Wars with the timeless eloquence of Shakespeare intrigues you, then "William Shakespeare's Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope" is a must-read. Imagine the classic space opera narrated with the grandeur and wit of Elizabethan drama—this book offers a unique experience that bridges the gap between modern storytelling and classical literature. It's a delightful fusion that will entertain and impress, whether you're a fan of the Force or a devotee of the Bard.
- Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Humor (2013)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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