Shakespeare

The World as Stage

Bill Bryson examines what is actually known about William Shakespeare's life and separates documented evidence from centuries of speculation. The book follows Shakespeare from his origins in Stratford-upon-Avon to his career in London's theatre world, while also considering the authorship controversies surrounding his plays. Bryson assesses the surviving records, earlier biographies, and competing theories to present a concise account of the playwright and his historical context.

by Bill Bryson

Atlas Books · First published 2007 · 208 pages