Shakespeare, William
Introduction
Shakespeare, William, 1564–1616, English dramatist and poet, b. Stratford-upon-Avon. He is widely considered the greatest playwright who ever lived.
Sections in this article:
- Introduction
- Critical Opinion
- Authorship
- The Poetry
- Life
- The Plays
- Bibliography
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