William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare (baptised April 26, 1564 - died April 23, 1616) was an English poet and playwright widely regarded as the greatest writer of the English language, and the world's preeminent dramatist. He wrote about 38 plays and 154 sonnets, as well as a variety of other poems. Already a popular writer in his own lifetime, Shakespeare became increasingly celebrated after his death and his work adulated by numerous prominent cultural figures through the centuries. In addition, Shakespeare is the most quoted writer in the literature and history of the English-speaking world. Often considered to be England's national poet and is sometimes referred to as the "Bard of Avon" (or simply "The Bard")[7] or the "Swan of Avon".
Orthodox scholars believe Shakespeare produced most of his work between 1586 and 1612, although the exact dates and chronology of the plays attributed to him are under considerable debate. He is counted among the very few playwrights who have excelled in both tragedy and comedy, and his plays combine popular appeal with complex characterisation, poetic grandeur and philosophical depth.
Shakespeare's works have been translated into every major living language, and his plays are continually performed all around the world. In addition, his many quotations and neologisms have passed into everyday usage in English and other languages. Over the years, many people have speculated about Shakespeare's life, raising questions about his sexuality, religious affiliation, and the authorship of his works.
The home and haunts of Shakespeare
The Shakespeare documents;: Facsimiles, transliterations, translations, & commentary
Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy (10 Volume, Printed Boxed Set) [BOX SET] (Library Binding)
Complete Shakespeare (27 Volume Set)
The Shakespeare Head Edition of the Novels and Selected Writings of Daniel Defoe - 14 Volumes
Arden Shakespeare: Texts and Sources for Shakespeare Studies (Hardcover)
A Midsummer Night's Dream (Hardcover 1914)
THE WORKS OF SHAKESPEARE IN TWELVE VOLUMES (Leather Bound 1772)
The Shakespeare Head Bronte (Collected Works of Charlotte Bronte 19 volumes) (Library Binding)
Shakespeare Survey Paperback Set
The Plays of William Shakespeare. 21 volume set. [The Second Variorum Edition] (Hardcover)
Narrative and Dramatic Sources of Shakespeare (Hardcover)
The Dramatic Works of Shakspeare: Revised By George Steevens (Leather Bound)
