"Tales from Shakespeare" is a collection of simplified retellings of the plays of William Shakespeare. Written by Charles and Mary Lamb in the early 19th century, the book aims to make Shakespeare's stories accessible to younger readers and those unfamiliar with the original texts. Each tale captures the essence of the original play while using straightforward language. The collection includes famous works such as Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, and A Midsummer Night's Dream. By focusing on the main plots and characters, the Lambs provide an engaging introduction to Shakespeare's themes of love, betrayal, and ambition, encouraging readers to explore the original plays.