Shakespeare and his Love
Shakespeare and his Love is a biography of William Shakespeare written by Frank Harris. The book explores the life and works of the famous playwright, with a particular focus on his romantic relationships. It includes detailed descriptions of Shakespeare's love affairs and provides insights into his creative process.
By Frank Harris · First published 1905 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Biography · 30 chapters · 25,695 words
First lines
THE PERSONS OF THE PLAY ROBERT CECIL, LORD BURGHLEY THE EARL OF SOUTHAMPTON LORD WILLIAM HERBERT (afterwards Earl of Pembroke). KINGSTON LACY, EARL OF LINCOLN, an Euphuist SIR JOHN STANLEY SIR WALTER RALEIGH MASTER WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE " FRANCIS BACON " BEN JONSON " FLETCHER " RICHARD BURBAGE " MARSTON " CHETTLE, the prototype of Falstaff. " DEKKER " WILLIE HUGHES " SELDEN DR. HALL, Shakespeare's son-in-law MASTER FRY, the Host of the "Mitre" QUEEN ELIZABETH LADY RUTLAND, Sidney's sister LADY JANE WROTH LADY CYNTHIA DARREL LADY JOAN NEVIL MISTRESS MARY FITTON, Shakespeare's Love " VIOLET VERNON " QUINEY } " HALL, } Shakespeare's daughters COURTIERS AND SERVANTS
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- Work type: Play
- Author: Frank Harris
- Date: 1905 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Biography, Drama, Literary Fiction
- Length: 25,695 words
- Structure: 30 chapters, 953 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book explores the life and times of Shakespeare, blending historical facts with fictional elements.
- Romance — Central themes revolve around Shakespeare's romantic relationships and love interests.
- Biography — The narrative delves into the personal and professional life of Shakespeare, providing biographical insights.
- Drama — The writing style and plot development are reminiscent of dramatic storytelling, with emotional and intense scenes.
Tags
Shakespeare · biography · literature · drama · poetry · Elizabethan · theater · romance · historical fiction · love · art · inspiration
Contents
- SCENE I
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