William Shakespeare, the renowned playwright and poet, profoundly influenced English literature with his timeless works, captivating characters, and masterful language, here are some things to know.
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William Shakespeare was born on April 23, 1564, in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, to John Shakespeare, a successful glove-maker.
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Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway, who was eight years his senior, the couple had three children: Susanna, and twins Hamnet and Judith.
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By the late 1580s, Shakespeare had moved to London and begun a career in the theatre. He started as an actor and soon began writing plays.
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During his middle period, he wrote many of his most famous comedies and histories, such as "A Midsummer Night's Dream," "Much Ado About etc.
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Shakespeare was known for his innovative use of language, including the introduction of new words and phrases, many of which are still in use today.
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His themes of love, power, jealousy, betrayal, and the supernatural continue to resonate with audiences around the world.
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He was buried in the Holy Trinity Church in Stratford, where his grave remains a site of literary pilgrimage.