William Shakespeare
(1564-1616) William Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet and actor, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the English language and the greatest playwright of all time. Shakespeare wrote a total of 39 plays, covering various genres such as tragedies, comedies, histories and historical plays. His plays, including “Romeo and Juliet,” “Hamlet,” “Macbeth” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” are known for their psychological depth, complex characters and poetic language. In addition to his work as a playwright, Shakespeare also wrote 154 sonnets and several lyric poems. His work has been translated into all major languages and is regularly performed on stages around the world. Shakespeare is considered an iconic figure in Western culture and his legacy endures to this day.
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