by Bill Bryson · Harper · tapa blanda · ISBN 9780007197903
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«Shakespeare: The World as a Stage» is the biography of Shakespeare written by Bill Bryson, published by Harper in paperback (272 pages, in English).
Bryson delves into the scant reliable documentation that remains on Shakespeare to trace the life of the great Elizabethan playwright, dismantling myths and half-truths. The book recreates sixteenth- and seventeenth-century England, the theatrical milieu of the era, and Shakespeare's imprint on the English language.
Originally published in 2007, it is part of the Eminent Lives series of short biographies.
A suitable read for those seeking a brief, accessible biography of Shakespeare, with Bill Bryson's characteristic engaging style and humor.
William McGuire Bryson is an American-British journalist and author. Bryson has written nonfiction books on topics including travel, the English language, and science. Born in the United States, he has resided in Britain for most of his adult life, returning to the U.S. between 1995 and 2003, and holds dual American and British citizenship. He was the chancellor of Durham University from 2005 to 2011.
