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Shakespeare

By Bill Bryson
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In Shakespeare by Bill Bryson, the author delves into the life of the iconic playwright William Shakespeare, exploring the limited historical records available. Bryson combines his wit and meticulous research to unravel the mystery surrounding Shakespeare's life and times, offering insights into Elizabethan England while examining the enduring legacy of Shakespeare's work.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the enigmatic life of the world's most famous playwright. It offers a compelling glimpse into Elizabethan England and an engaging exploration of both what we know and what remains a mystery about Shakespeare, wrapped in Bill Bryson's trademark wit and approachability.

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Shakespeare

From bestselling author Bill Bryson comes this compelling short biography of William Shakespeare, our greatest dramatist and poet.

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From bestselling author Bill Bryson comes this compelling short biography of William Shakespeare, our greatest dramatist and poet.

Examining centuries of myths, half-truths, and downright lies, Bill Bryson makes sense of the man behind the masterpieces. As he leads us through the crowded streets of Elizabethan England, he brings to life the places and characters that inspired Shakespeare’s work. Along the way, he delights in the inventiveness of Shakespeare’s language, which has given us so many of the indispensable words and phrases we use today, and celebrates the Bard’s legacy to our literature, culture, and history.

Drawing together information from a vast array of sources, this is a masterful account of the life and works of William Shakespeare, one of the most famous and most enigmatic people ever to have lived—not to mention a classic piece of Bill Bryson.

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Bill Bryson's Shakespeare is praised as a best-selling and entertaining biography that offers a light yet insightful glimpse into the life and times of the famous playwright. Critics appreciate Bryson's ability to highlight intriguing Elizabethan details with humour, making the complex world of Shakespeare accessible and enjoyable for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts. His engaging writing style and thorough research make the book a delightful and informative read.

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ISBN: 9780007197903

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: William Collins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

Bill Bryson's many books include, most recently 'The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid' as well as 'A Short History of Nearly Everything', 'I'm a Stranger Here Myself', 'A Walk in the Woods', 'Neither Here Nor There', 'Made in America', and 'Notes from a Small Island'. He edited 'The Best American Travel Writing 2000'. Born in Des Moines, he now lives in Norfolk with his wife and four children.

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