The enchanter Prospero, rightful Duke of Milan, and his daughter Miranda have been stranded on their island for 12 long years. But now Prospero uses his powers to shipwreck his enemies nearby. With the spirit Ariel, he bewitches the ship's survivors with surprising results. An enchanting story full of magic, poetry, love, and comedy, The Tempest contains some of the most memorable characters in English literature. This short and accessible retelling captures the style of Shakespeare's original language.