Teaching 'Tales From Shakespeare'
Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast
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Teaching Shakespeare: Abridged vs. Original
This chapter delves into the challenges and techniques of teaching Shakespeare through Charles and Mary Lamb's abridged adaptations. It explores the significance of close reading and engages students' imagination by highlighting omissions in the retellings, particularly the loss of humor and complex characters. The discussion further emphasizes the importance of introducing younger students to the essence of Shakespeare's works while encouraging a deeper exploration of the original texts.
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