Publication

1998 - Dutton Children's Books, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

54,000 words, Guess

Page Count

216 pages

Identifiers

and 4 more
  • ISBN-139780525458630
  • Goodreads42057', '907443
  • Library of Congress Control Number97042987
  • Open LibraryOL23292455M

Classifications

  • DDC[Fic]
  • LCCPZ7.B5338 Sh 1998

Description

Widge is an orphan with a rare talent for shorthand. His fearsome master has just one demand: steal Shakespeare's play "Hamlet"--or else. Widge has no choice but to follow orders, so he works his way into the heart of the Globe Theatre, where Shakespeare's players perform. As full of twists and turns as a London alleyway, this entertaining novel is rich in period details, colorful characters, villainy, and drama."A fast-moving historical novel that introduces an important era with casual familiarity." --School Library Journal, starred review

Description

A young orphan boy is ordered by his master to infiltrate Shakespeare's acting troupe in order to steal the script of "Hamlet," but he discovers instead the meaning of friendship and loyalty.

Subjects

Genres

  • Juvenile fiction

Other Editions

  • The Shakespeare stealerDutton Children's Books1998-01-01
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