Mary Ellen DakinMary Ellen Dakin is the author of two textbooks written to help students understand and enjoy Shakespeare's writings: Reading Shakespeare Film First and Reading Shakespeare with Young Adults. She has worked as a teacher of Shakeseare in both public and private schools since 1987 and has run workshops on Shakespeare since 1994.She has been awarded the title of Master Teacher by the Massachusetts Department of Education. Her textbook Reading Shakespeare Film First is an excellent source for teachers in the 21st century as it takes into account modern resources such as film to help students to truly appreciate Shakespeare's work, while Reading Shakespeare with Young Adults works to inspire young readers to be excited to study the famous and beloved bard. Read More Read Less