Hamlet

by Ben Crystal

Hamlet is the most studied and performed of Shakespeare's tragedies. This accessible introduction offers a springboard into the play, taking a hands-on, performance-based approach, exploring the challenges and the rewards it presents to actors, audiences and students.

Springboard Shakespeare: Hamlet has a three-part structure: whether you're watching or reading, Ben Crystal takes you through exactly what you need to know Before, During and After the play. He combines a genuine passion and understanding of Shakespeare with his experience as an actor, giving the reader a clear route to thinking about, understanding and enjoying Hamlet.

Genres: Shakespeare, Nonfiction

173 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2012

Reviews

[Val · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ben Crystal is great.

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant introduction and exploration of Hamlet

[Stephen Olley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the best laypersons guide to Shakespeare I've read. Probably because it isn't written as a study guide, but rather for theatre goers and actors. It is slim but packed full of insight. Highly recommended.

[Chizu Nakamura · Rating 5 out of 5]

If I had known this book when I was at Uni, I could have enjoyed Shakespear a lot more.

[Helen Mears · Rating 4 out of 5]

These Springboard books are a great introduction to Shakespeare. Ben Crystal's focus on meter and rhythm is an excellent teaching tool.