William Shakespeare
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William Shakespeare
English playwright, poet and actor · 1564–1616
Traditional portrait of William Shakespeare
Author Information
| Full name | William Shakespeare |
|---|---|
| Born | 1564, Stratford-upon-Avon, England |
| Died | 23 April 1616 |
| Occupation | Playwright, poet, actor |
| Literary period | English Renaissance |
| Known for | Tragedies, comedies, histories and sonnets |
Biography
William Shakespeare (1564–1616) was an English playwright, poet and actor from Stratford-upon-Avon. Widely regarded as one of the most influential writers in the English language, he wrote tragedies, comedies, histories and sonnets that remain central to world literature.
His works explore love, ambition, jealousy, identity, political power and the human condition. He was associated with the Lord Chamberlain's Men, later known as the King's Men.
Selected Works
DScholar Press publication · 2026 · Comedy
The Merchant of Venice
A play exploring justice, mercy, friendship, prejudice and the tensions between law and compassion. Published by DScholar Press International in its original-text edition.
Paperback ISBN: 978-93-47867-00-2 · Published: 28 July 2026
View publication on DScholar Press ↗Tragedy · c. 1600–1601
Hamlet
A tragedy exploring revenge, conscience, mortality and political intrigue.
View work ↗Tragedy · c. 1606
Macbeth
An exploration of ambition, prophecy, guilt and the consequences of power.
View work ↗Comedy · c. 1595–1596
A Midsummer Night's Dream
A comedy of love, illusion and transformation.
View work ↗Poetry · Published 1609
Shakespeare's Sonnets
A collection of 154 sonnets reflecting on love, beauty, time and mortality.
View work ↗Literary Themes
English Renaissance literature · Early modern theatre · Tragedy and comedy · Sonnets · Dramatic language · Kingship and political power
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