Overview
Actor, producer and director Ben Crystal revisits his acclaimed book on
Shakespeare for the 400th anniversary of his death, updating and adding
three new chapters. Shakespeare on Toast knocks the stuffing from the
staid old myth of the Bard, revealing the man and his plays for what
they really are: modern, thrilling, uplifting drama. The bright words
and colourful characters of the greatest hack writer are brought
brilliantly to life, sweeping cobwebs from the Bard - his language, his
life, his world, his sounds, his craft. Crystal reveals man and work as
relevant, accessible and alive - and, astonishingly, finds
Shakespeare's own voice amid the poetry. Whether you're studying
Shakespeare for the first time or you've never set foot near one of his
plays but have always wanted to, this book smashes down the walls that
have been built up around this untouchable literary figure. Told in five
fascinating Acts, this is quick, easy and good for you. Just like beans
on toast.