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How Shakespeare Bought His Way into the Upper Class | Stephen Greenblatt

Johnathan Bi

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This chapter examines Shakespeare's ambitions for social elevation and his attempts to transcend his modest origins. It draws connections between his experiences and contemporary issues of social mobility, focusing on the impact of wealth on status and the personal motivations behind his artistic endeavors.

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