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William Shakespeare, his life, his works and understanding his language – at Britannica Online
For centuries William Shakespeare has entertained readers and theatregoers with his portrayals of human behaviour and relationships. Baptized in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564, he is best known for his plays such as A Midsummer Night's Dream and Twelfth Night. The themes of his love stories, such as Romeo and Juliet, are as fresh and universal today as they were when he wrote them. Words he coined are an intrinsic part of the English vocabulary. His works are translated worldwide. So why does Shakespeare stand out so far among his contemporaries? What makes his language so compelling? Where did he obtain his depth of understanding, his wit? Who was he exactly? Find out more about the life and works of William Shakespeare with a 30-day free trial to Britannica online.
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