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The Tempest

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The Tempest

Written by: William Shakespeare
Narrated by: Barry Morse, Sonja Lanzener, Paul Sparer, Ira Burton, John Glover, Brian Murray, Nicholas Kepros, Susan Osborn Mott, Pat Terry
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In The Tempest, long considered one of Shakespeare’s most lyrical plays, Prospero, a sorcerer, and his daughter, Miranda, have been stranded on an enchanted island for 12 years. When a shipwreck—caused by the eponymous tempest—brings enemies to the island, the stage is set for comedy, romance, and reconciliation.

The Tempest embodies both seemingly timeless romance and the historically specific moment in which Europe began to explore and conquer the New World. Its poetic beauty, complexity of thought, range of characters—from the spirit Ariel and the monster Caliban to the beautiful Miranda and her prince Ferdinand—and exploration of difficult questions that still haunt us today make this play wonderfully compelling.

Public Domain (P)2002 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Classics Growing Up & Facts of Life Humorous Fiction Literature & Fiction Social & Life Skills
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Loved listening to this, but most especially the sound of Ariel. Oh it was an absolute joy to experience the various sound effects, short rhymes, lyrics and the beauty that is Shakespeare's writing.

Beautiful presentation

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Excellent voice acting. Loved Prospero and Ariel in particular. Background scores performed using period instruments were captivating and apt.

Exquisite production

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