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Shakespeare

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Shakespeare

By: Bill Bryson
Narrated by: Bill Bryson
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Shakespeare: The Illustrated Edition is an exquisitely illustrated, updated edition of Bill Bryson’s bestselling biography of William Shakespeare that takes the reader on an enthralling tour through Elizabethan England and the eccentricities of Shakespearean scholarship. With more than 100 color and black-and-white illustrations throughout, and updated to include recent discoveries, Shakespeare: The Illustrated Edition evokes the superstitions, academic discoveries, and myths surrounding the life of one of the greatest poets, and makes sense of the man behind the masterpieces. Literary History & Criticism Biographies & Memoirs Art & Literature Authors Shakespeare Historical Witty Funny
Fascinating Historical Details • Comprehensive Research • Excellent Narration • Accessible Information • Soothing Voice

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This is a great attempt to bring to light the life of Shakespeare within the context od the times he lived in.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Shakespeare?

Shakespeare's impact on the English language was probably only second to the bible. Not only the language but many of the cultural metaphors that now underpin our understanding of the world came from his art.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I listen to these books on long trips and I couldn't wait to get back on the road to finish it.

So much fun

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I downloaded this book to kill time while driving but found that I really wanted to pay more attention to it than I could while on the road. Bill Bryson's lyric humor and research of the subject makes this most enjoyable.

very enjoyable!!

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Where does Shakespeare rank among all the audiobooks you???ve listened to so far?

Fascinating book and a bit different for this author since it is not a first person narrative. I love how he can see to the heart of a topic with cool rationality and still make it emtertaining. He's one of my favs and this book is a great listen.

Bryson Rocks

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Whether you're interested in Shakespeare the man or Shakespeare the professional, you will find this book as comprehensive a layman's study as is possible, given the limited number of recorded facts that remain of his life.

How sad that we know so little about this towering giant who did so much to shape our literature and our language.

Interesting, Accessible

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I was totally involved in this work. Highly recommended. Do yourself a favor! Listen.

Brilliant

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