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William Shakespeare - Overview

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Born - April 23, 1564

Died - April 23, 161

Occupation - Playwright

Other Occupations - Poet, Theatrical Actor

Nationality - English

William Shakespeare. Fine Art. Britannica ImageQuest, Encyclopædia Britannica, 25 May 2016. quest.eb.com/images/114_1747643. Accessed 28 Aug 2023.

Biography

Personal Facts

Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-on-Avon - Shakespeare's 16th century birthplace is still intact in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. Visitors to this town can also visit his burial place in Holy Trinity Church, and Anne Hathaway's cottage, where his wife grew up.

Tribune Content Agency Photos, 2004. Gale In Context: Biography.

William Shakespeare’s Family
Meet the Shakespeare family
Shakespeare's School
Where was William Shakespeare educated?
Shakespeare Coat of Arms
What did Shakespeare's coat of arms look like?
Shakespeare's Children
Find out more about the children of William and Anne Shakespeare
How did Shakespeare Die?
Learn about the circumstances of Shakespeare's death and the curse on his gravestone.