Class

Article

College

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department

English Department

Faculty Mentor

Christine Cooper-Rompato

Presentation Type

Poster Presentation

Abstract

Introduction

  • William Shakespeare (1564-1616)
  • Macbeth (1606)
  • Popularity of retellings
  • Young Adult (YA) literature

Research Questions

  • How do these novels portray Lady Macbeth compared to the original play? Focus on femininity, motivation, violence, & madness
  • What are the effects of these portrayals?

Location

Logan, UT

Start Date

4-10-2024 11:30 AM

End Date

4-10-2024 12:20 PM

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Lady Macbeth, High Schooler: Young Adult (YA) Retellings of Shakespeare

Logan, UT

Introduction

  • William Shakespeare (1564-1616)
  • Macbeth (1606)
  • Popularity of retellings
  • Young Adult (YA) literature

Research Questions

  • How do these novels portray Lady Macbeth compared to the original play? Focus on femininity, motivation, violence, & madness
  • What are the effects of these portrayals?