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His epic narrative poems and 154 sonnets include some of the worlds most quoted lines. William shakespeare baptised 26 april 1564 died 23 april 1616 was an english poet and playwright, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the english language and the worlds preeminent dramatist. He is considered as a brilliant writer in the world, the father of modern theater. Indeed, shakespeare has been voted one of the most important people of the last millennium and all writers are indebted to the vibrant characterization, innovative plotting, and philosophical scope he brought to the art of writing.
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Folger shakespeare library the worlds leading center for shakespeare studies full explanatory notes conveniently placed on the page facing each sonnet a brief introduction to each sonnet, providing insight into its possible meaning an index. His surviving works consist of 38 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and several other poems. Shakespeare is my template and master, besides some of the old greeks. William shakespeare comments about william shakespeare. Comments about all the worlds a stage by william shakespeare. If you do meet horatio and marcellus, the rivals of my watch, bid them make haste.
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The complete works of william shakespeare by william shakespeare. While william shakespeare s reputation is based primarily on his plays, he became famous first as a poet. His extant works, including collaborations, consist of approximately 38 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and a few other verses, some of. All the worlds a stage poem by william shakespeare. He is also the most famous playwright in the world, with his plays being translated in over 50 languages and performed across the globe for audiences of all ages. The main characters of this poetry, classics story are. O sweet shepherd, hie thee, for methinks thou stayst too long. William shakespeare 26 april 1564 23 april 1616 is the greatest english poet, brilliant playwright, actor. He is often called englands national poet, and the bard of avon. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 249 pages and is available in mass market paperback format.
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