Smith (Oxford Playscripts S.) - Softcover

Staunton, Robert

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0198312970 ISBN 13: 9780198312970

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 1998

Synopsis

In the dangerous streets of 18th-century London, Smith a 12-year-old pickpocket, lives in the shadow of the hangman's rope. Then one day he steals a document from a gentleman - only to witness his murder minutes later. The activity section at the back of the play features information about life in 18th-century London, including maps from the period. There are also assignments covering a range of National Curriculum outcomes, plus detailed guidance on drama activities.

About this title

Review:

"Leon Garfield's vivid descriptions and dialog transported me almost bodily . . . Reissuing Leon Garfield's novels is a great gift." -- "Suzanne Fisher Staple"s

About the Author:

LEON GARFIELD was born and educated in Brighton. The Second World War interrupted his art studies and he spent five years in the medical corps before returning to England. He worked part-time as a hospital technician until literary success allowed him to become a full-time writer. His books have won many awards. He died in 1996.

JASPER BRITTON has worked extensively with the RSC and his television credits include CASUALTY and PEAK PRACTICE.

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0198312970
• ISBN 13: 9780198312970
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128