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    William Shakespeare
    William Shakespeare
    William Shakespeare
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    William Shakespeare

    By Swati Upadhye

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    The inspiring life stories of great personalities of World have left unforgettable impressions on World history and civilization. Their lives, work, thoughts, sacrifice, courage, commitment and achievements will act as a source of inspiration and motivation for children and help in building their personality.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDiamond Books
    Release dateApr 15, 2021
    ISBN9788128822506
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      William Shakespeare - Swati Upadhye

      Great Personalities of the World

      William Shakespeare

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      eISBN: 978-81-2882-250-6

      © Publisher

      Publisher: Diamond Pocket Books (P) Ltd.

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      Website: www.diamondbook.in

      Edition: 2015

      William Shakespeare

      By - Swati Upadhye

      Contents

      Introduction

      Family Background

      Childhood

      The Glover’s Workshop

      Marriage

      Beginning of a Career

      Epidemics

      Patronage from Queen

      Globe Theatre

      Style of Writing

      Theatre

      Contribution to English Poetry

      Personal Life

      Death

      Contribution to English Literature

      Contribution to English Language

      Critics

      WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE

      Introduction

      William Shakespeare was a great dramatist, poet, play writer and an actor in the world of English literature. He lived during the 16th century. His plays are considered as one of best in English language. Even today people love to read, perform and watch his plays.

      Family Background

      William Shakespeare’s father, John Shakespeare was a glove maker and a tanner of leather. He dealt with leather. He also traded in wool and farm products. He acquired property by buying land. When he established himself, he married Mary Arden. She was the daughter of a wealthy man. John Shakespeare and Mary were not literate but John was intelligent in business. This

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