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Shakespeare Stories for Children – Translated by M. Ben-Eliezer, Mitzpeh Publishing, Jerusalem, 1940s - A rare and early edition of “Shakespeare Stories for Children”, translated into Hebrew by M. Ben-Eliezer and published by Mitzpeh, Jerusalem, during the 1940s (Printed in Palestine). The volume includes 6 full-page color illustrations by N. M. Price and others, accompanying classic Shakespearean tales adapted for young readers. Among the stories: The Tempest, As You Like It, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Winter’s Tale, and more.  • Publisher: Mitzpeh, Jerusalem  • 1940s, Mandatory Palestine – marked “Printed in Palestine”  • Original hardcover binding  • Approx. 100 pages (numbered Ka = כ”א)  • With vivid color illustrations Condition: Wear and age marks, binding with some defects and inner splitting, but text and all plates are present. This edition is a fascinating piece of Hebrew literary and cultural history in Mandatory Palestine, reflecting the effort to bring world literature classics to Hebrew-speaking children. A rare and collectible edition – a milestone in introducing Shakespeare to Hebrew readers in pre-state Israe.