Barry Edelstein gathers together the timeless Shakespearean wit and wisdom that's right for the big moments in life-and some of the not-so-big moments as well - and presents it in accessible and entertaining terms. Selections are grouped by occasion and presented with lively and succinct background material. For public speakers or letter writers hoping to enhance their remarks with some choice Shakespearean gem, "Shakespeare for All Occasions" provides nuts and bolts tips on pronunciation, delivery, and emphasis, and offers suggestions and examples that illustrate ways in which musings from the Bard can be woven into a simple and elegant speech, missive, or meditation. This 'how-to' material makes "Shakespeare for All Occasions" stand out from the small number of other Shakespeare quotation books on the market. Those titles list selected lines of Shakespeare and stop there. Only this one offers the reader the practical tools necessary to use the quotes it suggests.
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"Bardisms is smart, accessible and fun and could only have been crafted by someone as passionate and knowledgeable as Barry Edelstein. It is the perfect book to help people put Shaksepeare, not up on some shelf, but in their everyday lives." --George C. Wolfe, writer/director/producer
"Barry Edelstein's passion for the Bard and sheer knowledge of his works is inspiring. Bardisms is an eloquent and enlightening book that allows everyone to feel like an expert on Shakespeare." --America Ferrera
“Shakespeare always said it best, and after reading this accessible and insightful book, ‘I am sorry that with better heed and judgment I had not quoted him.’ (Hamlet)” --Kevin Kline
"No Google search can discover all of what's in this book, which is a cornucopia of the Bard's wit and wisdom. Barry Edelstein's book is pure pleasure, a reference book for every occasion, a substitute for a game of charades, and a teaching guide for life." --Ken Auletta, author and New Yorker writer
“A fantastic reference for anyone who loves Shakespeare!” --Steve Martin
“Browse the delightful Bardisms to find a fitting quote for any mood, moment, or occasion. But read it through to learn how to enjoy Shakespeare and bring more of his language into your daily life.” --Jacob Weisberg, Editor, Slate Magazine, author Bushisms
"Barry Edelstein's passion for the Bard and sheer knowledge of his works is inspiring. Bardisms is an eloquent and enlightening book that allows everyone to feel like an expert on Shakespeare." --America Ferrera
“Shakespeare always said it best, and after reading this accessible and insightful book, ‘I am sorry that with better heed and judgment I had not quoted him.’ (Hamlet)” --Kevin Kline
"No Google search can discover all of what's in this book, which is a cornucopia of the Bard's wit and wisdom. Barry Edelstein's book is pure pleasure, a reference book for every occasion, a substitute for a game of charades, and a teaching guide for life." --Ken Auletta, author and New Yorker writer
“A fantastic reference for anyone who loves Shakespeare!” --Steve Martin
“Browse the delightful Bardisms to find a fitting quote for any mood, moment, or occasion. But read it through to learn how to enjoy Shakespeare and bring more of his language into your daily life.” --Jacob Weisberg, Editor, Slate Magazine, author Bushisms
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This witty and well written depiction of the Bards quotes for every occasion is most delightful.Well done, what can I say.
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To all for whom Shakespeare at school was a trial to be endured, peruse this book in maturity & luxuriate in Barry Edelstein's unbridled romp through the "sweet & voluble" discourses of the world's greatest writer.
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