Life
Shakespeare was a poet and playwright, who was born in 1564, though the exact date is unknown. He attended school and married Anne Hathaway, and had three children. He has been regarded as one of the most brilliant writer’s of the English language to date. Shakespeare wrote many plays, which include Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Macbeth and countless others. Shakespeare's plays would always either be a Tragedy, or a Comedy. Romeo and Juliet is an example of one of a famous Tragedy. Shakespeare also wrote 154 Sonnets, which were 14 lined poems with a rhyme scheme of ABABCDCDEFEFGG.
(Shown here is William Shakespeare’s coat of arms.)
Shakespeare the Enigma
William Shakespeare’s true identity is unknown to this day. Due to Shakespeare’s lack of education, many people believe that he couldn't have written all his plays and sonnets. Many historians believe that another man wrote the plays and Shakespeare took credit. Many things are not known about Shakespeare including his religion. Regardless of Shakespeare’s mysterious past, he is still known as one of the best authors and writers of all time.