Shakespeare Made Easy is ideal for an introduction to Shakespeare. In each volume the complete original text is laid out side-by-side with a full modern English translation. Shakespeare Made Easy is intended for readers approaching the plays for the first time who find the language of Elizabethan poetic drama an initial obstacle to understanding and enjoyment. This series concentrates on the dramatic aspect of Shakespearee(tm)s works, enabling novices to become familiar with the plot and characters. The Shakespeare Made Easy series contains practical exercises to help students easily grasp the language, characters and themes of the plays.