
CLASSIC: Will the real Shakespeare please stand up?
Stuff They Don't Want You To Know
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Debating Shakespeare's Authorship: Anti-Stratfordian Theories
The chapter discusses the ongoing debate among anti-Stratfordians who question whether William Shakespeare truly wrote his plays, exploring theories suggesting other individuals like Sir Francis Bacon or Christopher Marlowe may have been the true authors. It delves into the enduring conspiracy theories surrounding Shakespeare's identity, the impact of figures like Delia Bacon, and the transformation of Shakespeare's works to suit different cultural contexts over time.
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