Shakespeare's Scribe (Shakespeare Stealer) | 
 enlarge | Author: Gary Blackwood
Publisher: Puffin
Category: Book
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Rating:  10 reviews
Sales Rank: 128680
Media: Paperback
Reading Level: Young Adult
Pages: 272
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Dimensions (in): 7.9 x 5 x 0.7
ISBN: 0142300667
EAN: 9780142300664
ASIN: 0142300667
Publication Date: February 18, 2002
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Product Description
When an outbreak of the deadly Black Plague closes the Globe Theatre, William Shakespeare's acting troupe sets off on a tour of England. Widge, the orphan-turned-actor, knows that he'll be useful on the trip. Not only does he love the stage, but his knack for a unique shorthand has proven him one of the most valuable apprentices in the troupe. But then a mysterious man appears, claiming to know a secret from Widge's past-a secret that may forever force him from the theatre he loves.
"An exciting, well-written tale that is sure to leave [readers] clamoring for more." (School Library Journal, starred review)
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 Blackwood does it again August 2, 2005
dangerousbeans46 (Houston, TX)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
After enjoying "The Shakespeare Stealer" I wondered whether I would like the second book or be disappointed. I am happy to say that it did not let me down! I think the strength of these books is the expert weaving of an interesting story (which also gives a fascinating feel for Elizabethan England) with the personal struggles of the main character. Underneath the delimna of the first book is Widge's introduction to the concept of family; the new experiences of loyalty and belonging complicate Widge's choices--and their consequences. In the midst of the hard times of this book, Widge faces insecurities about his identity and abilities. His desparation to keep the family he's found prompts his fear of not being valuable to that family... and to others...
These books are quality historical fiction, and I look forward to reading "Shakespeare's Spy" with confidence. The only further note I'll make is a vote for the hardcover editions--I love the cover artwork, and I can't figure out why they didn't keep it for the paperbacks.
Really good book January 26, 2005
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
This book is most definitely a great sequel to The Shakespeare Stealer. It reveals a little more about Widge's (the protagonist)life, and it really links up to the first one, so read the first one first. 2 thumbs up, blah blah blah blah.
 Does not surpass the first volume January 8, 2005
Glenn Miller (Minneapolis, MN USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This book, a sequel to Blackwood's Shakespeare's Scribe, is a worthy follow-up, but does not surpass the fun and excitement of the first volume. Slightly sluggish, somewhat bloated, "Scribe" is surprisingly slower than "Stealer", despite the opportunities for high drama given the subject matter. The main character, Widge, discovers the man who may -- or may not -- be his father. As he did in his first volume, Blackwood offers Widge a number of moral dilemmas which make for very interesting reading for the target audience, young teens. As a father who read this book out loud to his two sons, I appreciate the historical accuracy of Elizabethan England that Blackwood includes, incorporating issues of poverty, starvation, and the Plague, all of which were prevalent during this time. With a little tighter editing and about 30 fewer pages, this could have been a stronger overall effort.
WOW August 16, 2004
C. Carnevale (CA)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
This book was just as good as the first one. The troop, or most of it, hits the road as they have to shut down due to the Plague. The realism of the Plague is present in the book and the readers are not spared from some authentic detail. The quest for Widge's parents begins and thickens. What makes a man is the question, one that Widge tries to answer for himself. Oh and you know that blonde headed boy Widge sees singing in the first book? He has a much larger role in this one.
Terrific Adventure Story February 1, 2004
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
When my twelve year old son recommended The Shakespeare Stealer to me, I put it aside for a while, but, gosh, my son doesn't recommend books very often to his English teacher mom, so I read it. The colorful characters and swift-moving plot kept me involved, so I was ready when my son handed me the sequel. I found it even better! Swordfights, the plague, and a mysterious, suspicious character enliven the plot. And Will Shakespeare himself has more of a role. What a fun and I must say educational (the dreaded E word) read for this age group! I'm ordering the next in the series today!
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