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The Diary of William Shakespeare, Gentleman

By Jackie French
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The Diary of William Shakespeare, Gentleman by Jackie French is a captivating exploration of a fictional diary belonging to the legendary playwright. It imagines the thoughts, dreams, and daily life of Shakespeare, blending historical elements with French's inventive storytelling. This young adult book provides a unique perspective on his world, offering insights into both his personal life and the broader Elizabethan era without revealing any spoilers.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by Shakespearean times and crave a blend of historical fact and creative fiction. Its vibrant portrayal of Elizabethan life from the perspective of the Bard himself can captivate young adult readers who appreciate wit, drama, and a glimpse into the mind of history's greatest playwright.

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The Diary of William Shakespeare, Gentleman

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The Diary of William Shakespeare, Gentleman is part comedy, part love story, intertwining the threads of Shakespeare's life drawn from his plays.

Could the world's greatest writer truly put down his pen forever to become a gentleman?

He was a boy who escaped small-town life to become the most acclaimed playwright of the land, a lover whose sonnets still sing 400 years later, a glover's apprentice who became a gentleman. But was he happy with his new riches? Who was the woman he truly loved?

The world knows the name of William Shakespeare. This book reveals the man—lover, son, and poet.

Based on new documentary evidence, as well as textual examination of his plays, this fascinating book offers a tantalising glimpse at what might have been: the other hands that helped craft those plays and the secrets that must ever be hidden but—just possibly—may now be told.

Ages 12+

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The Diary of William Shakespeare, Gentleman by Jackie French is celebrated for its engaging narrative and imaginative exploration of Shakespeare's life. Critics praise the book for blending historical intrigue with creative fiction, making it accessible and fascinating for young adult readers. The writing is commended for evoking the period's atmosphere and the clever portrayal of Shakespeare as more than the legend he is often seen as.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781460750575

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 July 2016

Country: Australia

Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 206g

Pages: 288

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Jackie French Young Adult

About the Author

Jackie French AM is an award-winning writer, wombat negotiator, the 2014–2015 Australian Children's Laureate and the 2015 Senior Australian of the Year. In 2016, Jackie became a Member of the Order of Australia for her contribution to children's literature and her advocacy for youth literacy. She is regarded as one of Australia's most popular children's authors and writes across all genres — from picture books, history, fantasy, ecology and sci-fi, to her much-loved historical fiction for a variety of age groups. 'A book can change a child's life. A book can change the world' was the primary philosophy behind Jackie's two-year term as Laureate. jackiefrench.com facebook.com/authorjackiefrench

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