Manga Shakespeare: Othello
Fiction | Play | YA | Published in 2008
208
Play • Fiction
Japan • 2010s
2008
YA
12-18 years
NP420L
Manga Shakespeare: Othello adapts William Shakespeare's classic play into a manga format. The story follows a skilled military leader, Othello, whose life unravels due to jealousy, manipulation, and betrayal. The adaptation retains the play's core themes and character dynamics, presenting them with illustrated visuals that engage readers in this dramatic tale.
Mysterious
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Suspenseful
Melancholic
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Manga Shakespeare: Othello creatively adapts the classic play by blending Shakespearean dialogue with dynamic manga visuals. The artwork enhances accessibility for new readers, especially younger audiences. However, purists may find the condensed narrative lacking in depth. Overall, it's an innovative approach that succeeds in engaging a diverse readership.
Fans of Manga Shakespeare: Othello will likely enjoy a unique blend of classic literature and modern art. Similar to readers of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Seth Grahame-Smith, they appreciate creative reinterpretations of traditional stories, and enjoy visual storytelling alongside classic narrative.
274 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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208
Play • Fiction
Japan • 2010s
2008
YA
12-18 years
NP420L
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