Shakespeare
“He was not for an age but for all time,” declared Ben Jonson in the dedication to the 1623 First Folio of the plays of William Shakespeare. Born in England in the 16th century, Shakespeare’s poetry and plays are still published, produced, discussed, translated and analyzed in the 21st century, but the bard himself remains the subject of speculation and mystery. This Web guide examines the man and the controversies, as well as his work and its central place in English-speaking culture today.
Expand All
Collapse All
Email ThisShakespeare the Man
Considering the scope of his fame, little is known about the personal life of Shakespeare. While... read more»
Shakespeare’s Works
Shakespeare has more books written about him than any other writer, he’s the most produced... read more»
Questioning Shakespeare’s Authorship
Not only do Shakespeare’s plays and sonnets exhibit broad knowledge of the works of classical... read more»
The Age of Shakespeare
Shakespeare lived and worked between 1564 and 1616, placing him squarely in the long and important... read more»
Shakespeare on Stage
Like learning a second language, learning to love Shakespeare can sometimes require a little more... read more»
Shakespeare’s Contributions to English
Shakespeare is called the greatest author in the English language not only because his works are in... read more»
© 2008 Dulcinea Media, Inc.
