About this item
A New York Times BestsellerGareth Hindsrsquos stylish graphic adaptation of the Bardrsquos romantic tragedy offers modern touches mdash including a diverse cast that underscores the storyrsquos universalityShersquos a Capulet Hersquos a Montague But when Romeo and Juliet first meet they donrsquot know theyrsquore from rival families mdash and when they find out they donrsquot care Their love is honest and raw and all consumingBut itrsquos also dangerous How much will they have to sacrifice before they can be togetherIn a masterful adaptation faithful to Shakespearersquos original text Gareth Hinds transports readers to the sun-washed streets and market squares of Shakespearersquos Verona vividly bringing the classic play to life on the printed page
About the Author
Gareth Hinds is the author and illustrator of critically-acclaimed graphic novels and picture books based on classic literature and mythology. Through his work he shares his love of literature with readers young and old. His recent adaptation of The Odyssey received four starred reviews, and he is the recipient of the Boston Public Library's "Literary Lights for Children" award. He lives in the Washington, DC area with his wife. When he's not working on a book he enjoys painting landscapes and practicing aikido.
