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Student Essay on William Shakespeare Did Not Write the Works Attributed to Him

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William Shakespeare Did Not Write the Works Attributed to Him

Summary:   Explores the legitimacy of William Shakespeare as the author of the works attributed to him.


The works traditionally attributed to William Shakespeare are masterpieces. These plays and poems have never seen their equal. However, evidence suggests that Shakespeare of Stratford could not, and did not, write these works. Just as the legendary works have seen no equal, there has also been no match for its author. Such fuels the search for the true mastermind behind the world's favorite plays.

The age-old author credited to these works is William Shakespeare. An authorative account of Shakespeare's life is lacking. Many facts about his life are assumed true, without any real evidence. Overall, the available facts clearly show William as lacking the geniuses needed to create the most influential plays ever written.

William was third of eight children, and the eldest son of John and Mary Shakespeare. Shakespeare was born and raised in Stratford-on-Avon. His family.....

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