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Nothing Like the Sun: A Story of Shakespeare's Love-Life

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Set in 16th-century England, this fictional biography explores the life of William Shakespeare, known as WS, as he navigates the constraints of domesticity in Stratford-upon-Avon. Struggling with his marriage to Anne Hathaway and various roles as a tutor, clerk, and playwright, WS yearns for creative freedom. The narrative intertwines his relationships with notable figures like Henry Wriothesley and the enigmatic Dark Lady. Through a blend of imaginative storytelling and thorough research, the novel captures the essence of Shakespeare's life and times.

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Nothing Like the Sun: A Story of Shakespeare's Love-Life, Anthony Burgess

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2024
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English
Released
2024
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Paperback
Pages
242
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9781915530691
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First published
1964
Original title
Nothing Like the Sun
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Set in 16th-century England, this fictional biography explores the life of William Shakespeare, known as WS, as he navigates the constraints of domesticity in Stratford-upon-Avon. Struggling with his marriage to Anne Hathaway and various roles as a tutor, clerk, and playwright, WS yearns for creative freedom. The narrative intertwines his relationships with notable figures like Henry Wriothesley and the enigmatic Dark Lady. Through a blend of imaginative storytelling and thorough research, the novel captures the essence of Shakespeare's life and times.