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William Shakespeare: A Man for all Times
Who was William Shakespeare? How much do we really know about him, and how much of what is believed is myth? This unique biography takes the reader step-by-step through Shakespeare's life, setting out the evidence and what we can reasonably infer about him. It reminds the reader about the world he lived in, such as that standard spelling of words did not exist in his time, and shows how we must think carefully before applying modern ideas to explain his life.
80 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2014
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May 10, 2014
William Shakespeare’s 450th birthday will be celebrated in 2014.
Despite the accolades and fame, little concrete information exists about the world’s most famous playwright. Shuter attempts to separate the truth from myth by taking the reader step-by-step through the evidence and what can be reasonably inferred about Shakespeare’s life, along with related information about era during which Shakespeare lived and thrived. Shuter makes good use of primary sources, and photographs and illustrations are included generously throughout the book.
In addition to a fact-packed narrative, the text includes many sidebars with engaging captions and fascinating information. Students looking for insight about Shakespeare and the times in which he lived will find this volume a valuable resource. Readers looking for literary criticism will not find this book as useful. As the title states, this text is about William Shakespeare, the man. The engaging layout and appealing, detailed presentation of facts, will make this a “go-to” volume for student researchers.
Despite the accolades and fame, little concrete information exists about the world’s most famous playwright. Shuter attempts to separate the truth from myth by taking the reader step-by-step through the evidence and what can be reasonably inferred about Shakespeare’s life, along with related information about era during which Shakespeare lived and thrived. Shuter makes good use of primary sources, and photographs and illustrations are included generously throughout the book.
In addition to a fact-packed narrative, the text includes many sidebars with engaging captions and fascinating information. Students looking for insight about Shakespeare and the times in which he lived will find this volume a valuable resource. Readers looking for literary criticism will not find this book as useful. As the title states, this text is about William Shakespeare, the man. The engaging layout and appealing, detailed presentation of facts, will make this a “go-to” volume for student researchers.
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