early modern, 1500-1700

Digby and his sister, Hannah, learn about the life and plays of William Shakespeare after they discover one of his feather quills at a busy antiques market.

"Describes the life and times of William Shakespeare, world-famous poet and playwright"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the life and career of William Shakespeare, discussing how the sixteenth century world he lived in influenced his plays and poems.

Presents a collection of facts and jokes that look at the plays and poetry of sixteenth-century English playwright William Shakespeare.

An intimate look at William Shakespeare and his world.

Explains Shakespeare's works by putting them into the context of the Elizabethan times in which he lived.

Presents a brief profile of the life and works of sixteenth-century playwright, William Shakespeare; and contains black-and-white illustrations that include a diagram of the Globe Theater.

Michael Wood travels to England in search of the true story behind the life of playwright and poet William Shakespeare, an intensely private person.

Looks at Shakespeare's unique use of language in both prose and verse, including the new phrases he coined, his word arrangement, and his use of puns and metaphors.