William Shakespeare
출생: April 23, 1564 – Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England
William Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet, and actor whose works—including nearly 39 plays, 154 sonnets, and several long poems—have made him the most influential writer in the English language. Known for classics such as Hamlet, Macbeth, and Romeo and Juliet, his plays are performed worldwide and translated into every major language.
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William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564, the eldest surviving child of John Shakespeare, a prosperous glove-maker and civic leader, and Mary Arden, from a distinguished local family. Growing up in a middle-class household, Shakespeare likely attended the local grammar school, where he received a rigorous education centered around Latin classic authors. His formative years unfolded in a town defined by rural customs, family enterprise, and his father's brief rise and subsequent decline in local prominence. At eighteen, Shakespeare wed Anne Hathaway, who was eight years his senior; the couple had three children: Susanna and twins Hamnet and Judith.
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A brooding prince seeks revenge for his father's murder in this dark, philosophical Shakespearean tragedy of madness and mortality.
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Twelfth Night
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A witty comedy of mistaken identities, love triangles, and social satire set in the festive world of Illyria.
Romeo and Juliet
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A tragic tale of star-crossed lovers from feuding families, exploring themes of love, fate, and youthful passion.
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"William Shakespeare is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist"
— Encyclopedia Britannica
"William Shakespeare's works are celebrated for their poetic brilliance, dramatic complexity, and profound insights into human nature"
— The New York Times
"William Shakespeare’s language has shaped modern English and inspired generations of writers and artists"
— Harvard Review
"William Shakespeare’s influence on literature and the English language has been profound and enduring"
— The Guardian
"William Shakespeare's plays continue to be performed worldwide, proving the timeless relevance of his writing"
— NPR
"William Shakespeare wrote at least 37 plays and 154 sonnets, becoming the most quoted author in English"
— Literary Hub
"William Shakespeare is often called England's national poet and the 'Bard of Avon."
— BBC
"William Shakespeare’s legacy remains unmatched as his stories and characters resonate across cultures and centuries"
— TIME
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