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The book delves into the contentious debate surrounding the authorship of Shakespeare's works, using satire and anecdotes to convey Twain's perspective. It presents Twain's belief that the playwright from Stratford did not pen the canon, offering tentative support for the Baconian theory. The narrative begins with Twain's youthful experiences as a steamboat pilot, highlighting his interactions with a mentor who frequently engaged him in discussions about this literary controversy. Through humor and extensive quotations, Twain critiques the prevailing views on Shakespeare's identity.
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Is Shakespeare Dead?, Mark Twain
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- 2022
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- Title
- Is Shakespeare Dead?
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mark Twain
- Publisher
- Blurb
- Released
- 2022
- Pages
- 64
- ISBN13
- 9798210211965
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The book delves into the contentious debate surrounding the authorship of Shakespeare's works, using satire and anecdotes to convey Twain's perspective. It presents Twain's belief that the playwright from Stratford did not pen the canon, offering tentative support for the Baconian theory. The narrative begins with Twain's youthful experiences as a steamboat pilot, highlighting his interactions with a mentor who frequently engaged him in discussions about this literary controversy. Through humor and extensive quotations, Twain critiques the prevailing views on Shakespeare's identity.