(3) YA Shakespeare Alive series. This well-researched and -organized volume blends text, photos, and diagrams to demonstrate the impact Shakespeare has on modern culture in English-speaking countries and across the globe. Shuter explains the difference between productions that use original practices and those that experiment with modern techniques. The influence of Shakespeare in film, art, music, and politics is also included. Reading list, website. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Megan Lynn Isaac

(3) YA Shakespeare Alive series. Shuter's biography of Shakespeare does an unusually clear job of distinguishing facts from inferences and myths. His concise and specific picture of Shakespeare's world and theatrical accomplishments is built on a foundation of primary documents. Illustrations, maps, boxed insets, and lists help break up the text. This book is notable for its dedication to presenting nuanced information without sacrificing accuracy. Reading list, timeline, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Megan Lynn Isaac