Presents the original text of Shakespeare's play side by side with a modern version, with marginal notes and explanations and full descriptions of each character.

Set in the 1970s in a run-down, industrial town, this book centers on a police force struggling to shed an incessant drug problem. Duncan, the chief of police, is idealistic and visionary, a dream to the townspeople, but a nightmare for criminals. The drug trade is ruled by two drug lords, one of whom -- a master of manipulation named Hecate -- has connections with the highest in power, and plans to use them to get his way. Hecate's plot hinges on...

A+ Audio is an audio series with enormous appeal for students and literature lovers alike. Created by top scholars from America's top universities, this innovative format features one-hour of audio and companion study booklet for each literary masterpiece. Compelling performances by well-known stage and screen actors and insightful critical analysis will enable literature fans and students to experience the classics as never before.

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"Scottish policeman Hamish Macbeth is charged with investigating the death of a maid struck down by a bucket of water"--Provided by the publisher.

"Sergeant Hamish Macbeth--Scotland's most quick-witted but unambitious policeman--is back and may have finally met the woman of his dreams in this new mystery in M.C. Beaton's beloved, New York Times bestselling series. Hamish's new constable, Dorothy McIver, may be the most beautiful woman he's ever seen. Completely bewitched by her sparkling blue eyes, Hamish spends the summer traveling with her up and down Sutherland until finally, he can take...