Macbeth: The Graphic Novel

Macbeth: The Graphic Novel
by William Shakespeare &
Classical Comics

MACBETH: THE GRAPHIC NOVEL by

Category:

Manga/Comics/Pop Fiction

Age Recommendation:

Grades 9+

Release Date: 11/5/08

Publisher: Classical Comics

Reviewed by:

Rating:

5 Stars

Shakespeare’s

MACBETH

has been magically transformed into a highly engaging graphic novel produced by

Classical Comics.

The quick text edition offers a simplified version of the Scottish tale by using as few words as possible on the page.

The lack of Shakespearean dialogue does not deter from the original tale; in fact, it enhances the play.

Students who struggle with Shakespeare’s language will be relieved to see this edition. They can read the original

MACBETH

while using the graphic novel as a supplemental tool. Teachers may wish to use these novels as a

refresher before diving into a unit on Shakespeare.

The artistry in this graphic novel is also amazing! The characters are drawn well with nice, clean lines. The

panels

are

extremely colorful, making the pictures appear to jump off the page.

The

Dramatis Personae

page provides thumbnail drawings for each character, which will help readers identify the

players. The

Contents Page

breaks the

story

down into acts and scenes, thereby allowing readers to find specific

parts within the play.

I am very impressed with the work Classical Comics is producing. As a teacher, I know how difficult it is to get

students to read Shakespeare. These novels will make my job much easier in the future!