The History of English Podcast Episode 169: Shakespeare Documented
Jul 25, 2023
Explore the life of William Shakespeare and separate fact from fiction. Topics include his first reference in London, controversy surrounding his marriage, mysterious years as a playwright, establishment of the Globe Theatre, publication of his plays and sonnets, false advertising and legal disputes, and details of his last will and testament.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The First Reference to Shakespeare in London
02:14 • 11min
Controversy Surrounding Shakespeare's Marriage and Anne Hathaway's Identity
13:14 • 3min
Shakespeare's Mysterious Years and Life as a Playwright
16:39 • 16min
Shakespeare's Plays and Sonnets Revealed
32:54 • 2min
The Establishment of the Globe Theatre and Shakespeare's Popularity
34:37 • 3min
Shakespeare's Sonnets, False Advertising, and Legal Disputes
37:25 • 4min
William Shakespeare's Last Will and Testament
41:10 • 19min