The Mayor of Casterbridge (Graphic Novels) (Graphic Novels S.) - Softcover

Thomas Hardy

9780237523145: The Mayor of Casterbridge (Graphic Novels) (Graphic Novels S.)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0237523140 ISBN 13: 9780237523145

Publisher: Evans Brothers Ltd, 2002

The titles in this graphic novels series are an ideal introduction to great authors' books, but can equally well be used as revision aids. The main characters and key events are brought to life in the simplified story and dramatic pictures. Short extracts from the original book focus on key scenes and important themes.

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About the Author:

ThomasHardy is the author of the 1886 novel "The Mayor of Casterbridge."Hilary Burningham was a teacher for many years before moving into writing. She is fervently against the dumbing down of literature and manages to keep the spirit of the original text in her Graphic Novels series. She is the author of several graphic novel adaptations of classics, including the Graphic Shakespeare series, the Graphic Dickins series, and the Graphic Novels series, which includes Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice.""

Synopsis:

This retelling of "The Mayor of Casterbridge", by Hilary Burningham, is a simplified version of the novel, accompanied by key passages from the original. Illustrations emphasize both character and plot. It is suitable as an introduction and revision aid for GCSE students.

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