William Shakespeare
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One of the greatest and most influential writers of all time, William Shakespeare was born to a very different world than the one we live in today. In this sensational title, you can take a look into the life and times of this gifted writer, playwright, poet and actor. Explore how he came to stage his magic at The Globe Theatre in London. Take a personal look at his relationship with Anne Hathaway. He was a passionate and resolute young man who worked hard to achieve success and follow his dreams. His story is nothing short of inspirational and his legacy still lives on in theatres all over the world today.
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