early modern, 1500-1700

Discusses the life and times of the famous English playwright, William Shakespeare.

Describes the life of John Bunyan, itinerant English Puritan preacher and author of many religious books and sermons, including "Pilgrim's Progress.".

Interrelates the man and his plays and poems with the personalities, the politics, and events of the age.

Presents the life and works of Shakespeare. Includes activities to introduce Elizabethan times, including making costumes, making and using a quill pen, and binding a book by hand.

A biography of William Shakespeare within the context of Elizabethan England.

An introduction to the life and work of sixteenth-century playwright and poet William Shakespeare, discussing the development of his career and personality, featuring a study of his writings, providing accounts of adaptation, productions, and performances, and examining the lasting popularity of Shakespeare's plays.

Commentaries on aspects of Shakespeare's life and works along with eleven walks that explore the towns, villages and countryside associated with Shakespeare that may have inspired some of his writings.

Examines the life of sixteenth-century playwright and poet William Shakespeare, discussing major events and influences that shaped his work. Includes illustrations from the collections of the British Library.