William Shakespeare's Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope (William Shakespeare's Star Wars, #4)
William Shakespeare's Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope (William Shakespeare's Star Wars, #4)
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 2013
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BetaWilliam Shakespeare's Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope (William Shakespeare's Star Wars, #4)
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 2013174
Play • Fiction
Galaxy far, far away
2013
Adult
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
William Shakespeare's Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope by Ian Doescher is a creative retelling of the iconic Star Wars story in the style of a Shakespearean play. Blending Elizabethan dialogue with the beloved sci-fi narrative, the text delivers a unique, humorous experience of the adventures in a galaxy far, far away.
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Review Roundup
William Shakespeare's Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope by Ian Doescher is widely praised for its creative merging of the Star Wars universe with Shakespearean language and style. Readers appreciate the humorous and clever adaptation, though some find the archaic language challenging. Overall, it is a unique, enjoyable retelling for both Star Wars and Shakespeare fans.
Who Should Read William Shakespeare's Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope (William Shakespeare's Star Wars, #4)?
Fans of both Shakespeare and Star Wars will delight in Ian Doescher's William Shakespeare's Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope. Comparable to Jasper Fforde's The Eyre Affair for its literary mashup and geek culture references, it appeals to those who enjoy clever genre-blending and playful homage to classic works.
20,288 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
174
Play • Fiction
Galaxy far, far away
2013
Adult
12-18 years
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