Biography
William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet and actor. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon" or simply "the Bard". His extant works, including collaborations, consist of some 39 plays, 154 sonnets, three long narrative poems and a few other verses, some of uncertain...
1 episode4 works
Watch
Featured conversations
Books and topics
- Shakespeare
- Macbeth
- The Tempest
- Twelfth Night
Profile highlights
- He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist.
- He is often called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon" or simply "the Bard".
- Poet, biographer and Shakespeare scholar Chris Laoutaris drops into the Book Bag to discuss 'Shakespeare's Book', his terrific account of the men behind the making of the First Folio.
Notable lines
Shakespeare
The Tempest
For authors and publishers
Keep this page accurate and useful
If you represent William Shakespeare, you can send verified links, book updates, event dates, portraits or corrections so this page remains a strong public profile for readers and organisers.
Verified links
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare | Book by William Shakespeare, Michael A. Cramer | Official Publisher Page | Simon & SchusterGet 30% off hardcovers with code MOM26, plus free shipping on orders of $40 or more. Terms apply. ... Plus, receive recommendations and exclusive offers on all of your favorite books and authors from <strong>Simon & Schuster</strong>.William Shakespeare | Official Publisher Page | Simon & SchusterSir Patrick Stewart draws upon ... ... Digital products purchased on SimonandSchuster.com must be read on the <strong>Simon & Schuster Books</strong> app....William Shakespeare Complete Works The Histories | Book by William Shakespeare, John Heminges, Henry Condell, Jennie Votava | Official Publisher Page | Simon & SchusterHe attended grammar school and later went to London, where he worked hard on his career, becoming established as a dramatist by 1592. He he is generally regarded as the world's greatest English writer. Publisher: <strong>Flame Tree Collections</strong> (AMacbeth | Book by William Shakespeare, Dr. Barbara A. Mowat, Paul Werstine | Official Publisher Page | Simon & SchusterFree shipping when you spend $40. Terms apply. ... The authoritative edition of Macbeth from The <strong>Folger Shakespeare Library</strong>, the trusted and widely used Shakespeare series for students and general readers.