FOLGER SHAKESPEARE LIBRARY
The World's Leading Center for Shakespeare Studies
The Folger Shakespeare Library, home to the world's largest Shakespeare collection, brings Macbeth to life with this new full-length, full-cast dramatic recording of its definitive Folger Edition.
Macbeth, one of Shakespeare's most popular plays, is among the most powerful and influential tragedies in the English language. Promised a golden future as ruler of Scotland by three sinister witches, Macbeth murders the king in order to succeed to the throne. Tortured by his conscience and fearful of discovery, he becomes fatally enmeshed in a web of treachery and deceit.
This new full-cast recording-based on the most respected edition of Shakespeare's classic-expertly produced by the Folger Theatre, is perfect for students, teachers, and the everyday listener.
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[When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?]***
(Simon & Schuster Audio, 5 August 2014, 2 hours 12 minutes, audiobook, borrowed from my library)
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I'm not a huge fan of Shakespeare.
I like his poetry. I love the modern version of Romeo & Juliet by Baz Luhrmann. I read Romeo & Juliet in school and loved it. I must confess his other work has never interested me much.
I thought I'd try my hand at listening to Macbeth, one of his most famous plays on audiobook which I borrowed from my library. I didn't think much of it. Sorry.
I love the story of Macbeth. The play is well acted. The performance is professional and well done.
Unfortunately, Shakespeare's language left me cold. His work is just not my taste. Or maybe the format didn't work? For whatever reason, Macbeth did nothing for me.
I'm sure Shakespeare fans will adore it.
