Legendary barfly Charles Bukowski's fourth novel first published in 1982 is probably the most autobiographical & moving of all his books dealing in particular with his difficult relationship with his father & his early childhood in LA. Ham on Rye" follows the path of Bukowski's alter-ego Henry Chinaski through the high school years of acne & rejection & into the beginning of a long & successful career in alcoholism. The novel begins against the backdrop of an America devastated by the Depression & takes the Chinaski legend up to the bombing of Pearl Harbour. Arguably Bukowski's finest novel." ...

Meet Hamish Mc Hamish in the town where Kate met Wills! Hamish Mc Hamish is a truly remarkable cat. He has roamed around the heart of the world-famous town of St Andrews for the last 13 years adored by locals students & tourists from all over the world & now has more than 2 500 Facebook friends. This is the irresistible story of Hamish Cool Cat About Town & reveals just why so many people adore him. Featuring real-life photos of Hamish on his travels the quirky captions add even more character to this wise old chap. With his impressive white mane shaggy ginger coat & emerald green eyes Hamish is a wonderfully intelligent feline who uses zebra crossings visits his favourite shops & has friends throughout the town. Join Hamish as he takes you round some of his favourite haunts & St Andrews' most famous places. Hamish Mc Hamish" is the perfect tribute to the feline king of St Andrews & this book is a must-have for fans of the auld grey toon & cat lovers alike. & once you meet Hamish Mc Hamish you'll never forget him." ...

Hamlet is not only one of Shakespeare's greatest plays but also the most fascinatingly problematical tragedy in world literature. First performed around 1600 this a gripping & exuberant drama of revenge rich in contrasts & conflicts. Its violence alternates with introspection its melancholy with humour & its subtlety with spectacle. The Prince Hamlet himself is depicted as a complex divided introspective character. His reflections on death morality & the very status of human beings make him 'the first modern man'. ...

This new edition of Hamlet is part of the established Cambridge School Shakespeare series & has been substantially updated with new & revised activities throughout. Remaining faithful to the series' active approach it treats the play as a script to be acted explored & enjoyed. As well as the complete script of Hamlet you will find a variety of classroom-tested activities an eight-page colour section & an enlarged selection of notes including information on characters performance history & language. ...

A young prince meets with his father's ghost who alleges that his own brother now married to his widow murdered him. The prince devises a scheme to test the truth of the ghost's accusation feigning wild madness while plotting a brutal revenge. But his apparent insanity soon begins to wreak havoc on innocent & guilty alike. ...

In this title Shakespeares classic tragedy is retold. When Prince Hamlet learns that his uncle murdered his father he sets on a path of bloody revenge. This title is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly who is a senior lecturer in education & an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. This is a new title in Young Reading Series Two" which is aimed at children whose reading ability & confidence allows them to tackle longer & more complex stories." ...

Among Shakespeares plays Hamlet" is considered by many his masterpiece. Among actors the role of Hamlet Prince of Denmark is considered the jewel in the crown of a triumphant theatrical career. Now Kenneth Branagh plays the leading role & co-directs a brillant ensemble performance. Three generations of legendary leading actors many of whom first assembled for the Oscar-winning film " Henry" V gather here to perform the rarely heard complete version of the play. This clear subtly nuanced stunning dramatization presented by The Renaissance Theatre Company in association with " Bbc" Broadcasting features such luminaries as Sir John Gielgud Derek Jacobi Emma Thompson & Christopher Ravenscroft. It combines a full cast with stirring music & sound effects to bring this magnificent Shakespearen classic vividly to life. Revealing new riches with each listening this production of " Hamlet" is an invaluable aid for students teachers & all true lovers of Shakespeare -- a recording to be treasured for decades to come." ...

No Fear Shakespeare" gives you the complete text of " Hamlet" on the left-hand page side-by-side with an easy-to-understand translation on the right. Each No Fear Shakespeare contains The complete text of the original play A line-by-line translation that puts Shakespeare into everyday language A complete list of characters with descriptions Plenty of helpful commentary" ...

This is a new edition of one of Shakespeare's most famous plays which would make a stunning addition to any home library. To ...

Using the complete unabridged text established in the New Cambridge Shakespeare edition Naxos are making an audio version (cassettes & compact disks) of Hamlet. The set of four CDs or tapes is accompanied by notes & a play synopsis. It features Anton Lesser in the title role supported by Edward de Souza as Claudius Susan Engel as Gertrude & Emma Fielding as Ophelia. With the CDs the listener may listen to individual scenes or speeches by the use of access points. The CUP version features the New Cambridge Shakespeare design & logo. ...