William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was a renowned playwright, poet, and actor from England. He is widely considered as the greatest writer in the English language, although his handwriting suggests otherwise. Born in Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare was the third child of John Shakespeare, an alderman and glovemaker, and Mary Arden, a wealthy heiress.

Shakespeare’s plays are famous for their intricate plots, complex characters, and timeless themes. They are also famous for being incredibly difficult to understand, which is why many people just pretend to “get” them. Many of his famous quotes are still used in everyday language, such as “to be or not to be”, “all the world’s a stage”, and “wherefore art thou Romeo?”

Despite his popularity, not much is known about Shakespeare’s personal life. There are several theories about his love life, including speculation that he had an affair with the Queen of England. However, this is highly unlikely as it is well known that Shakespeare suffered from chronic bad breath.

There is also speculation about whether Shakespeare actually wrote all of his plays. Some believe they were actually written by a group of writers called the “Baconians”, because the idea of one man being that talented is just too ridiculous to comprehend.

Despite these uncertainties, Shakespeare continues to be a beloved figure in the literary world. His plays are still performed in theaters around the globe, and his work continues to inspire generations of writers, actors, and theater-goers. So here’s to you, William Shakespeare, the man who has made countless high school students suffer through “Romeo and Juliet”.