Description
The works of Shakespeare remain a staple of the theatrical and academic worlds, yet even non-experts enjoy his works. On the television program "Jeopardy," for example, "Shakespeare" is a category at least once a week. Bard Games demands recognition of quotations, but always in the context of matching them with the speakers, so that less experienced readers have help, while the more ambitious can work independently. In addition, the quizzes are arranged roughly in order of difficulty, with the most challenging at the end of the book, while individual quizzes, too, move from easier questions to harder ones.
About the Author
Victor L. Cahn is Professor of English at Skidmore College, where he teaches courses in Shakespeare, modern drama, and the history of drama. His books include Shakespeare the Playwright: A Companion to the Complete Tragedies, Comedies, Histories, and Romances (designated an Outstanding Academic Book by Choice); He lives in Saratoga.
Reviews
If you think you know something about Shakespeare (as I used to), you're sure find this book challenging, perhaps frustrating, but in any case enormous fun. -- Michael J. Chepiga , playwright of Getting and Spending and recipient of the Beverly Hills Theater Guild Julie Harris Playwright Award and L. A
A delightful and sophisticated compendium for Shakespeare enthusiasts. -- David A. Brush, Ph.D., Chair, History Department, Pomfret School
...[A] choice pick, very much recommended reading. * Midwest Book Review *
A deceptively thin Shakespeare quiz book, Bard Games is a toughie sure to level even the nerdiest of theatre geeks. * American Theatre *
Fascinating fun for both novices and Shakespeare experts alike. * Renaissance Magazine *
Book Information
ISBN 9781589796171
Author Victor Cahn
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint Taylor Trade Publishing
Publisher Taylor Trade Publishing
Weight(grams) 177g
Dimensions(mm) 215mm * 142mm * 9mm
About the Author
Victor L. Cahn is Professor of English at Skidmore College, where he teaches courses in Shakespeare, modern drama, and the history of drama. His books include Shakespeare the Playwright: A Companion to the Complete Tragedies, Comedies, Histories, and Romances (designated an Outstanding Academic Book by Choice); He lives in Saratoga.
Reviews
If you think you know something about Shakespeare (as I used to), you're sure find this book challenging, perhaps frustrating, but in any case enormous fun. -- Michael J. Chepiga , playwright of Getting and Spending and recipient of the Beverly Hills Theater Guild Julie Harris Playwright Award and L. A
A delightful and sophisticated compendium for Shakespeare enthusiasts. -- David A. Brush, Ph.D., Chair, History Department, Pomfret School
...[A] choice pick, very much recommended reading. * Midwest Book Review *
A deceptively thin Shakespeare quiz book, Bard Games is a toughie sure to level even the nerdiest of theatre geeks. * American Theatre *
Fascinating fun for both novices and Shakespeare experts alike. * Renaissance Magazine *
Book Information
ISBN 9781589796171
Author Victor Cahn
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint Taylor Trade Publishing
Publisher Taylor Trade Publishing
Weight(grams) 177g
Dimensions(mm) 215mm * 142mm * 9mm
