The Tempest - Tales from Shakespeare Author:William Shakespeare, John Escott (Adaptor), Eric Kincaid (Illustrator) A terrible storm at sea. A shipwreck. A remote island, forever wrapped in mists. But all is not as it seems, for Prospero -- magician, sorcerer, enchanter -- can conjure up a storm if it suits his purpose -- as it does. — He was once the Duke of Milan. But Antonio, his ambitious brother, plotted with the King of Naples, and devised a plan to set ... more »Prospero adrift in a boat with his three-year-old daughter, Miranda, certain that they would die at sea. But Antonio's plan failed. Prospero and Miranda survived to live on a remote island for twelve years.
Now, thanks to Prospero's magical powers, Antonio, the King and Ferdinand, the King's handsome young son -- are shipwrecked on that very island! Furthermore, as Ferdinand is quick to notice, Miranda has become a beautiful young woman.
The combination of a magical tale, extremely human characters and exquisite illustrations make this version of The Tempest not only a great introduction to the Bard`s beloved comedy but also a keepsake in its own right. Renowned illustrator Eric Kincaid renders the characters of this play in wonderfully emotional and human terms in his delicate art. Prospero`s proud sternness, Caliban`s sneaking treachery, Ariel`s ethereal wildness and Trinculo`s philosophical drunkenness come beautifully to life in this adaptation, capturing the spirit of Shakespeare`s original drama and offering the story in language children can understand and enjoy.« less