Books by Kate Emery Pogue

"Shakespeare's Figures of Speech provides a unique and vital resource for the Shakespearean actor and director. We have long needed such a reference." Dr. Sidney Berger, Co-Founder Shakespeare Theatre Association of America "With this book, students, readers, and actors will above all enhance their understanding of Shakespeare's verbal richness by getting a grasp of the forms he used." Dr. Ann Christensen, University of Houston "Kate Pogue begins her book by boldly saying in the foreword, 'This book will change the way you read Shakespeare,' and so it will." Dr. Michael Dressman, University of Houston Downtown

Offers a glimpse into the life of Shakespeare through vignettes of his family and his relationships with them. This book notes to what extent Shakespeare's family experiences were typical or atypical of the time, and includes at the end of each chapter a discussion of scenes from Shakespeare's plays presenting the relevant familial relationship.