Capturing the unbelievable scope of Shakespeare's influence, this book covers the little-known details of Shakespeare's life along with the surprising legacy of the language and phrases inherited from his works. Organized for easy reference, sections include: 
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Shakespeare's Life Who was this man—the playwright, the lover, the family man? 
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Words and Phrases Owed to Shakespeare Did you know we have Shakespeare to thank for words such as “bandit,” “fashionable,” and “moonbeam” and the phrases “in my mind's eye,” “in my heart of hearts,” and “to thine own self be true”? 
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His Theater and Plays Synopses of the most famous of his plays 
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Character Glossary All the most memorable, infamous, and beloved characters from Shakespeare's collective works, including Beatrice, Julius Caesar, Ariel, Falstaff, Cleopatra, Othello, and Horatio 
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Index of Famous Lines “Better a witty fool than a foolish wit” from Twelfth Night and “Tempt not a desperate man” from Romeo and Juliet
</li> </ul>Whether you're planning an appearance on Jeopardy or simply want to become a more interesting conversationalist, I Used to Know That: Shakespeare will provide you with hours of entertainment.

I Used to Know That: Shakespeare: stuff you forgot from school

Evers, Liz

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Beautifully packaged, this book examines the people and places behind time's inventions, as well as reveals oodles of quirky facts related to timekeeping From the ice-age recordings of moon cycles and the earliest calendars, to modern wristwatches and quantum clocks, time and its effects have always enthralled mankind. People have spent centuries developing new ways of measuring time, describing it and quantifying it, and such methods have given rise to some of the most technically and aesthetically beautiful devices ever invented. This book is a tribute to timekeeping in its many forms and takes in the most significant creations as well as countless time trivia. Peppered with time-related anecdotes and quotes, this is an essential handbook for anyone fascinated by the fourth dimension.

It's About Time: From Calendars and Clocks to Moon Cycles and Light Years - A History

Michael O"Mara

Michael OMara Books Ltd

The works of William Shakespeare have been a permanent feature on school curricula for years, and almost everybody can boast even a basic knowledge of his life and craft. But, with 38 plays, more than 150 sonnets, and numerous other poems, there's such a wealth of material it's no wonder we sometimes forget the finer details. To Be or Not to Be is a fresh, new look at Shakespeare's work, showing how and why it remains such an integral part of popular culture and the English language. From what drove Ophelia mad, to the real meaning behind the phrase "Wherefore art thou, Romeo?," this book covers everything: from the characters, essential plotlines, and the famous lines from a host of Shakespeare's greatest works, to illuminating information on the playwright himself. All in an attractive gift book format, this is a true Shakespearean treasure trove that nobody should be without.

To Be or Not to Be: A Celebration of Shakespeare's 400-Year Legacy

The terrifying events that befell the first Sleeping Beauty when she finally woke up, how Snow White's stepmother really died, and who the wolf actually was in Little Red Riding Hood—the true stories behind beloved nursery rhymes and fairy tales
Until recently, weird tales of fairy curses and flesh-eating ogres were considered suitable bedtime reading. And the strange-sounding and sometimes violent rhymes we learned by rote were often taught to us in school. But have you ever asked yourself what on earth they were about? And what exactly were the morals and lessons we were meant to learn from them? This book delves into the origins of the best-known rhymes and tales to uncover a legacy of folk superstition, rotten royal families, execution, child marriage, cannibalism, and the multitude of other random acts of cruelty that make up any classic treasury. You’ll learn about the bloody history of "Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary;" why Margery Daw, the subject of an innocent-seeming seesaw game, was accused of being a "dirty slut;" how pretending to decapitate your little friends to the tune of "Oranges and Lemons" became an acceptable pastime; and the origins of other favorite bedtime rhymes and tales.

Here Comes a Chopper to Chop Off Your Head: The Dark Side of Childhood Rhymes and Stories

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Bringing together a holy host of the world's stupidest deaths, strange send-offs, bizarre wills, and hilarious headstones, this is a side-splitting book that dares to laugh in the face of death
Death may be bleak but—rest in peace—there is nothing gloomy about this curious compendium of tales of the departed. This book that looks at the funny side of one of life's certainties, recounting stories of inventors done in by their own inventions, actors expiring on stage, and extraordinarily elaborate fake death plots. With advice on planning your big finish and how to attract the crowds at your funeral, as well as inspirational anecdotes involving extremely wealthy animals, no headstone is left unturned in the quest for hilarity. From funeral facts and famous last words, to musings on the afterlife, all that is witty and wry about kicking the bucket is presented here for your amusement.

I Told You I Was Ill: Dying for a Laugh

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I Used to Know That: Shakespeare: stuff you forgot from school

It's About Time: From Calendars and Clocks to Moon Cycles and Light Years - A History

It's About Time: From Calendars and Clocks to Moon Cycles and Light Years - A History

To Be or Not to Be: A Celebration of Shakespeare's 400-Year Legacy

Here Comes a Chopper to Chop Off Your Head: The Dark Side of Childhood Rhymes and Stories

I Told You I Was Ill: Dying for a Laugh