288 pages · Released Nov 17, 2005 · Cambridge University Press
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Hamlet parent’s guide: what’s inside
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What it offers
A note for parents
Hamlet is a foundational work of English literature but contains mature themes requiring emotional maturity to process. The play includes multiple deaths (some violent), suicide, murder plots, madness, and profound existential despair, though violence is not graphically depicted. This Cambridge edition is specifically designed for classroom use with pedagogical support, making it accessible for high school students with guidance, but is inappropriate for younger readers.
This edition of Hamlet is part of the groundbreaking Cambridge School Shakespeare series established by Rex Gibson. Remaining faithful to the series' active approach it treats the play as a script to be acted, explored and enjoyed. As well as the complete script of the play, you will find a variety of classroom-tested...This edition of Hamlet is part of the groundbreaking Cambridge School Shakespeare series established by Rex Gibson. Remaining faithful to the series' active approach it treats the play as a script to be acted, explored and enjoyed. As well as the complete script of the play, you will find a variety of classroom-tested activities, an eight-page colour section and a selection of notes including information on characters, performance, history and language.
