What exactly did Shakespeare write about, and why is he still so popular? His enduring tales of love, jealousy, betrayal, revenge, corruption, family feuds, ghosts, witches and murder are explored and explained in this wide-ranging book. You can also find out how Shakespeare himself lived, what tricks of the trade he used, and how his works have been performed, interpreted and adapted from his own lifetime right up to the present day.
Both readers coming to Shakespeare for the first time and students already familiar with his plays will find 'The World Of Shakespeare' an essential guide to the man, his works and his influence on the world of today.
