“A wonderful gift for children retelling some of Shakespeare’s best-known plays in story form. The ten tales range from A Midsummer Night’s Dream to Hamlet and include quotations, characters and context. Beautifully illustrated by Elena Temporin.”
The Guardian Christmas Book selection, 2004

“This wonderful book introduces young readers to the magnificent world of Shakespeare’s plays. Claybourne does an excellent job of translating the theatrical works into highly readable stories that can be enjoyed silently or as a family. In addition she includes details about his life and work, to enable children to imagine Elizabethan times. A splendid look at everything from Hamlet to A Midsummer Night’s Dream, this is not to be missed.”
The Good Book Guide

“This book is exceptionally visual throughout with lavish photographs and superbly detailed cut-away diagrams, and … concise, enlightening information about the human body… performs as a superb stand-alone resource.”
Times Educational Supplement, 22 October 2004

“…clear and concise descriptions of the key concepts in the genetic revolution, wrapped round with lavish illustrations and slick photographs. You’ll find the odd interesting nugget even if you are thoroughly familiar with the material…”
New Scientist, 21 June 2003

“This beautifully produced book uses striking pictures and clear explanations to provide a introduction to genetics that will interest adults as well as children… As well as covering reproduction, inheritance and the history of genetics, the book looks at genetic medicine, genetic engineering, cloning and designer babies. It also takes a balanced look at the ethical issues surrounding genetics.”
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