Shakespeare for Screenwriters

Shakespeare for Screenwriters is the first book to use Shakespeare's works to examine the fundamentals of screenwriting. The book offers insight into what makes Shakespeare's creations so powerful by analyzing the timeless themes in his greatest works and translating them into practical writing advice. Geared to all levels of interest and experience in both Shakespeare and screenwriting, each chapter focuses on specific lessons learned through reading Shakespeare. William Shakespeare wrote the most powerful dramas in the English language. Shakespeare for Screenwriters tells you how. • Does for Shakespeare what The Writer's Journey did for Joseph Campbell. • Reveals storytelling secrets from the one of the greatest writers ever to have lived. • Combines respected wisdom from Shakespeare with practical writing advice. • Breaks down famous scenes to discover why they are so compelling. • Compares Shakespeare's most powerful scenes to modern-day films. • Provides exercises to help writers uncover timeless themes, stories, and ?characters in their own work. • Author is a screenwriter and Shakespeare scholar.