William Shakespeare as He Lived: An Historical Tale by Henry Curling
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| Author | Curling, Henry, 1803-1864 |
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| Title | William Shakespeare as He Lived: An Historical Tale |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "William Shakespeare as He Lived: An Historical Tale" by Henry Curling is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The narrative unfolds during the time of Queen Elizabeth I, detailing the formative years of William Shakespeare as he navigates early adulthood, encounters the beauty Charlotte Clopton, and becomes embroiled in the vibrant society of his era. The book promises to explore the interplay of Shakespeare's personal life, his interactions with significant historical figures, and the rich cultural backdrop of Elizabethan England. At the start of the tale, we meet a young William Shakespeare, portrayed as a spirited and intelligent youth full of yearning and creativity. While taking a morning stroll through the lush forests of Warwickshire, he reflects on the beauty of nature and his aspirations, setting the stage for his character's poetic sensibilities. The opening chapter introduces the first hints of conflict when Shakespeare narrowly escapes an attack by a vengeful forester before being thrust into a dramatic incident involving Charlotte Clopton's runaway horse, which he bravely rescues her from. This act of heroism establishes the beginning of his connection with the Clopton family and foreshadows the intertwining of their fates in the shadow of historical events and personal ambitions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34796 |
| Release Date | Dec 30, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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