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Episode 101: Elizabeth Winkler

The World in Time / Lapham’s Quarterly

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Noblemen, Pseudonyms, and Shakespeare's Legacy

This chapter examines the societal attitudes towards playwriting in the late 16th century, where noblemen often used pseudonyms to navigate the stigma surrounding theatrical work. It also explores the intriguing theories about women’s influence on Shakespeare's writing, offering insights into the complexities of authorship and gender dynamics in his plays.

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