Daily Archives: May 19, 2019

David Bruce: William Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE: A Retelling in Prose — Act 2, Scenes 1-2

— 2.1 — In a room in King Leontes’ palace, Queen Hermione; her son, Mamillius; and some ladies were present. Playfully, Queen Hermione said to the first lady, “Take the boy. He so pesters me that I can’t endure it.” … Continue reading

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David Bruce: Lloyd Alexander’s THE BLACK CAULDRON: A Discussion Guide — Chapters 11-12

Chapter 11: The Cottage Write short character analyses of the three enchantresses found in Chapter 11. All Three Enchantresses Obviously, all three enchantresses are female, and all three are enchantresses. In addition, all three seem to be short and plumb. … Continue reading

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