In England, writing for the stage reached new heights between 1580 and 1640. The golden age of English literature is often called the Elizabethan Era because much of the English cultural flowering occurred during Elizabeth I's reign. Of all the forms of Elizabethan literature, none expressed the energy and intellectual versatility of the era better than drama. And no dramatist is more famous or more accomplished than William Shakespeare.
Shakespeare was a "complete man of the theater." Although best known for writing plays, he was also an actor and a shareholder in the chief acting company of the time, the Lord Chamberlain's Company, which played in various theaters. Shakespeare is to this day hailed as a genius. A master of the English language, he imbued its words with power and majesty. And his technical proficiency was matched by incredible insight into human psychology. Whether writing tragedies or comedies, Shakespeare exhibited a remarkable understanding of the human condition.
2006-11-14 16:36:04
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answered by divinephi 3
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Well, his stories are very entertaining with love and tragedy. I'm actually a sucker for his Romeo and Juliet, it's a beautiful story. Try reading a novel or two by Shakespeare, the language is confusing, but I think you can figure it out.
2006-11-14 22:11:58
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answered by Anonymous
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For his ability to bring the nuances of human behavior into a satirical dimension. He actually wrote and directed phyco drama.
2006-11-14 22:15:35
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answered by Faerie loue 5
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The best playwright in the english language
2006-11-15 00:55:47
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answered by brainstorm 7
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The man was brilliant, do you know his work!!!!!
Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, King Lear, Macbeth, Othello.
The list is endless..................
2006-11-14 22:20:53
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answered by ? 4
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his philosiphy mad sense to others and was therfore famous? just my opinion, hope it helps.
2006-11-14 22:23:04
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answered by Anonymous
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