Shakespeare
William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was an English playwright, poet, and actor, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. His plays, including 'Hamlet,' 'Romeo and Juliet,' and 'Macbeth,' delve into themes of love, power, betrayal, and the human condition, showcasing his profound understanding of human emotions and social dynamics. Shakespeare's influence extends beyond literature into the realms of theater, language, and culture, and his works continue to be performed and studied worldwide.
Born on Apr 23, 1564 (461 years old)
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Germany:
Shakespeare is criticized as a 'roher Possenreißer'.
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Jamaica:
I now have an all-girls EP coming up, titled Safe Haven, that is slated to be released on October 10–produced by me alongside Shakespeare.
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Mexico:
Shakespeare is referenced in a metaphor about losing moral compass.
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France:
Shakespeare is referenced in the context of his play Hamlet, which discusses themes of grief and consolation.
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Slovakia:
My favorite Shakespeare wrote thirty-eight plays by daylight and evening fire.
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Colombia:
Shakespeare is noted as a great writer who composes literature.
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Venezuela:
La Commedia dell’Arte de Shakespeare.
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Uruguay:
Shakespeare's works are honored in Borges' narrative, highlighting the theme of betrayal.
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Liechtenstein:
Shakespeare's character Cordelia in 'King Lear' reflects themes of familial conflict akin to those in Hipólito's story.
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Ireland:
Shakespeare is referenced as a benchmark for expressing oneself in strong terms.
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