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William Shakespeare
The Bard
Quote
Biographical Interpretation
Historical Interpretation
Documentary
The Bard of Avon
Light on the mystery
“We can say of Shakespeare, that never has a man turned so little knowledge to such great account”
T.S. Eliot
Biographical interpretation
From 1564 to 1616, from home in Stratford to King Edward's School. From Anne to Hamnet
Common Critic overview: 2 perspectives: 1. important to know what his influence, experiences & his craft. 2. text moves from the pen to the reading = study the formal properties. (Genius)
- Shakespeare's early life & marriage.
- Early life & Education.
- Lost Years & Early Work.
- Growing success & Last Years
Early Life & Marriage
Big family in Stratford, in complex times, William Shakespeare was born (1564). John Shakespeare Acting troupe membership of unknown origin finished in 'The King's Men'. Anne Hathaway (1582) developed in a trouble marriage.
Education & Proficiency
King's New School (Grammar School). Focused on the Classics Spark of Theatrical desire OED: 1700 / 400 2 word production ways
The Lost Years & Early Works
1585-1592 Robert Greene: "The 'Shake-Scene'. As a playwright -- Co-productions. A plague = closure of theatres Lord Chamberlain's Men
Growing Success & Last Years
1595-1605 Maturity in writing 1611-1613 return & best productions. John Fletcher 1613 April, 23rd. 1616 First Folio