As You Like It Graphic Novel

by Saddleback Educational Publishing

Unjustly deposed by his younger brother, the rightful duke retreats to the Forest of Arden and forms a utopia with his loyal followers while his daughter remains at court as a companion to her cousin. When forbidden romance enters their lives, the girls assume disguises and flee to the forest, where they encounter a magical world of friendly outlaws and wise fools. Both a lighthearted comedy and a deeper exploration of social and literary issues, this play features a memorable cast of characters and some of Shakespeare's finest poetry.

This series features classic Shakespeare retold with graphic color illustrations. Each 64-page softcover book retains key phrases and quotations from the original play.

Genres: Graphic Novels, Classics, Shakespeare

64 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2006

Reviews

[Janice · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fight between brothers Oliver and Orlando because Oliver wants it all. Orlando challenges wrestler and at the match meets Rosalind and falls in love. She’s there with cousin Celia as her companion because Celia’s dad Duke Ferdinand banished Rosalind’s dad Duke Senior when Duke Frederick banishes Rosalind, Celia leaves with her to find Rosalind’s dad. Not safe for the two girls so Rosalind disguises herself as a man. Rosalind, Celia, and Orlando retreat to the Forest of Arden. Rosalind meets Orlando and promises to cure him of his love. Shepherdess falls for Ganymede (Rosalind) and Oliver falls for Celia. Duke Ferdinand comes to his senses Rosalind reveals self. Rosalind and Orlando marry, Celia and Oliver marry, and Phebe and Silvius marry.

[Manna_Sue · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good basic introduction to Shakespeare's play.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fairly good graphic novel adaptation for hi-lo readers. I read this in preparation for seeing the play.

[Amy · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is the classic story of As You Like it by Williams Shakespeare simplified and put into graphic novel form. While Orlando and Rosalind still end up together and all of the characters and plot line are the same, it looses a lot of the literary quality. All of the language is updated to modern day language and much is lost in the translation. The idea of a woman pretending to be a man is present in literature and history throughout time, so it is believable. However, it does seem dated in this day and age where gender roles are no longer so clearly defined and cross dressing is considered part of our society. It also hits on the Developmental Asset of Caring as all of the "good guys" make personal sacrifices for each other. This book should be promoted to teens as a way to learn a classic story without the sometimes frustrating ordeal of dealing with Shakespearian language and writing. The good thing about this book is that it is easy to understand and follow and is in a more prefered fromat, but the bad thing is that it looses all of the "Shakespeare" in the process, which is a high price to pay.

3Q, 1 P, G

[Natasia Angel · Rating 3 out of 5]

About hatred, love, runaway, selfish, and forgiving..