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- William Shakespeare: What can we find out about his lifeThis site uses primary sources to draw conclusions about Shakespeare's life. From the U.K. National Archives classroom resources, includes tasks, background information and teachers notes.
- William Shakespeare [Biography website]William Shakespeare, also known as the "Bard of Avon," is often called England's national poet and considered the greatest dramatist of all time. Shakespeare's works are known throughout the world, but his personal life is shrouded in mystery.
SOURCE: Published on YouTube Dec 12, 2012 [Duration 4:43 mins]
Positioning Shakespeare historically and geographically is a must if we are to appreciate his works. This study opens in the wider context of Elizabethan and Jacobean England and narrows to Shakespeare’s familial, personal and creative profile. We also nail down the main forms and genres in which he wrote, along with key techniques such as iambic pentameter.
SOURCE: ClickView, (2017) Rated E [Duration 12:42 mins] Resources available.