Outline of William Shakespeare

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The Chandos portrait, believed to be Shakespeare, held in the National Portrait Gallery, London

The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to the life and legacy of William Shakespeare, an English poet, playwright, and actor who lived during the 17th century. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon".

Works

Plays

Tragedies

Comedies

Histories

Poetry

Apocrypha

Plays

Poetry

Analyses

Life

Associated people

Legacy

Shakespeare's influence – in addition to his works, Shakespeare's legacy includes the ongoing performance of his plays, and his influence upon culture and the arts, extending from theatre and literature to present-day movies and the English language itself.

Memorials and monuments

Shakespearean phrases

Shakespearean theatre

Works about Shakespeare

Fictional works about Shakespeare

See also

External links