Book excerpt: Richard III depicts the Machiavellian rise to power and subsequent short reign of Richard III of England. It's tragic; it's historical; and, if you don't get Shakespearean English, it probably doesn't make any sense!. Let BookCaps help with this modern translation of the classic history play. If you have struggled in the past reading Shakespeare, then BookCaps can help you out. This book is a modern translation of Richard III. The original text is also presented in the book, along with a comparable version of both text. We all need refreshers every now and then. Whether you are a student trying to cram for that big final, or someone just trying to understand a book more, BookCaps can help. We are a small, but growing company, and are adding titles every month.