Though he wrote 400 years ago, Shakespeare is still very much alive today. This vast encyclopedia attests to that fact through hundreds of entries chronicling the presence of the Bard in contemporary popular culture, including radio, film, television, and other media to which his works have been adapted. Each section begins with an overview essay, followed by entries on individual plays, including stage histories and biographies of actors and directors. Thus the encyclopedia covers the full range of Shakespeare's presence in popular culture, with an emphasis on the past hundred years. It also offers a selected, general bibliography and an extensive index. Students will find this a handy reference for comparing Shakespeare's plays to modern adaptations of them, while general readers will treasure it as a guide to Shakespeare's enduring legacy.









Conveniently arranged in sections on types of adaptations, and then on particular plays.



Includes hundreds of entries on adaptations, performers, directors, and related topics.



Covers the presence of Shakespeare throughout film, television, and popular culture.



Offers a selected, general bibliography of major works on Shakespeare in popular culture.



Includes an extensive index.



Encourages students to discover Shakespeare through popular culture.



Helps students compare and contrast Shakespeare's plays with modern adaptations.



Develops student research skills.



Fosters an appreciation of Shakespeare's enduring contribution to civilization.



Supports the literature curriculum by overviewing the works of the central canonical author.