Romeo and Juliet
By: [William Shakespeare : text adaptor, Richard Appignanesi] ; illustrated by Sonia Leong
Contributors: Leong, Sonia; Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Series: Manga Shakespeare; Manga Shakespeare
Publisher: SelfMadeHero
Published: 2007
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 196
ISBN-13: 9780955285608
Subjects: Adaptations; Comic books, strips; Juvenile fiction; Vendetta; Mafia; Romeo (Fictitious character); Juliet (Fictitious character)
Description: "Manga Shakespeare is a series of graphic novel adaptations of William Shakespeare's plays. A fusion of classic Shakespeare with manga visuals, these are cutting-edge adaptations that will intrigue and grip readers. Drawing inspiration from trend-setting Japan and using Shakespeare's original texts, this series brings to life the great Bard's words for students, Shakespeare enthusiasts and manga fans. Manga is a dynamic, emotional and cinematic medium easily absorbed by the eye. Its attractive art and simple storytelling methods enthuse readers to approach Shakespeare's work in the way he intended as entertainment"--Publisher's website.