The Tempest

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I've adored The Tempest ever since studying it at secondary school and seeing it performed at the Manchester Royal Exchange. It's one of those wonderful plays that stays with you long after you've first encountered it, and returning to it reminds me just how extraordinary Shakespeare's imagination really was.

Set on a mysterious island, the story follows Prospero, the exiled Duke of Milan, who uses his magical powers to conjure a fierce storm and bring his enemies within his reach. What unfolds is a wonderfully rich tale of betrayal, revenge, love, forgiveness and, of course, magic. From the mischievous spirit Ariel to the complex and often misunderstood Caliban, the characters are as fascinating as the world Shakespeare creates around them.

Beneath the magic are myriad questions about power, freedom, justice and humanity that remain remarkably relevant today. It's a timeless classic that deserves to be discovered, performed and enjoyed by every new generation.

Reviewed by Deborah Maclaren
Deborah is a book reviewer, passionate literacy advocate, regular speaker and presenter about the power of books and the importance of reading for pleasure.
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About The Tempest

Oxford School Shakespeare is an acclaimed edition especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, and rigorous but accessible scholarly credentials. The Tempest is a popular text for study by secondary students the world over. Key features: 1.

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