Written by Shakespeare around 1603, set in Venice and Cyprus. Widely considered one of Shakespeare's greatest works. Unpublished during author's lifetime, survives in 1622 quarto and First Folio
Born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564, Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway in 1582. Had three children: Susanna, Hamnet, and Judith. Started career in London as actor and playwright between 1585-1592. Became part of Lord Chamberlain's Men, later King's Men
Born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564, Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway at 18. Had three children: Susanna, Hamnet, and Judith. Started career in London as actor and playwright between 1585-1592. Became part of Lord Chamberlain's Men, later King's Men
Shakespeare was baptized in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 26, 1564. His father was a burgess and alderman in Stratford. He received free grammar school education in Stratford. His education focused mainly on Latin studies
Opens Hamlet's monologue in Act III, scene 1 of Shakespeare's Hamlet. Not strictly a soliloquy as Hamlet doesn't speak directly to Ophelia. Sometimes referred to as "the nunnery scene"
Born in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 23, 1564. Attended junior schools and King's New School, learning Latin. Father John Shakespeare was a wealthy glove maker and wool dealer. Mother Mary Arden was daughter of prosperous farmer Robert Arden