Incomplete Shakespeare: Hamlet

Apr 20, 2025 9:40 AM

Author:John Crace,John Sutherland

Alas poor Yorick, he looks not at all well.

I knew him, Horatio;

a fellow of infinite jest, though sadly finite breath.

Though thy gibes be still, yet still thou grins.

I seldom saw thy teeth look quite so clean

To celebrate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, this is the fourth of a new collection of the Bard's greatest plays, digested to a few thousand words with invaluable side notes from John Sutherland. Funny and incredibly clever, these parodies are a joy for those who know their Shakespeare, perfect for the theatre goer needing a quick recap, and a massive relief for those just desperate to pass their English exam.

Reviews

Witty, modern reworkings

—— Evening Standard

Hilarious - and all the better for those of us who know our Shakespeare back to front

—— Harriet Walter

Shrewd interpretations of the Bard; funny footnotes too

—— Hugh Bonneville

Perfect for anyone who struggles to understand Shakespeare ... hilarious and informative, they really bring Shakespeare to life.

—— Reality's a Bore

Hilarious. I laughed so hard I had to leave the meeting I was in.

—— Jake Knapp, New York Times-bestselling author of SPRINT

Sarah Cooper is uncannily spot on when describing the seemingly innocent behaviors of people attempting to impress others. It'll make you literally LOL.

—— Christine Tsai, Founding Partner, 500 STARTUPS

A hilarious, enlightening read for anyone who’s ever been stuck in a conference room. With delightful snark and sarcasm, Sarah cleverly skewers our coworkers for ridiculous behaviors that we would never, ever do. It’s funny because it’s true.

—— Adam Grant, Wharton professor and New York Times bestselling author of ORIGINALS and GIVE AND TAKE

Perfect for anyone who struggles to understand Shakespeare... hilarious and informative, they really bring Shakespeare to life

—— Reality's a Bore

There is a lightness of touch and passages of thoughtful contemplation that befit the season. A perfect stocking filler.

—— Daily Express, Book of the Year

It’s the most unusual and surprising book and I haven’t been able to put it down.

—— Patti Clare , My Weekly

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