History-sode | Shakespeare & Macbeth
from Auntie Jo Jo's Library Hosted by S+Co. Productions
Who was the man from Stratford-upon-Avon who changed the world with his words? In this History-Sode, Auntie Jo Jo travels back to 16th-century England to meet William Shakespeare — the boy who became the world’s most famous playwright. Discover how a small-town dreamer wrote about kings, ghosts, love, and courage and explore the spooky, mysterious world of his play Macbeth, filled with witches, prophecies, and lessons about the choices we make. Perfect for curious kids and families planning a visit to Stratford or anyone who loves a little history with their drama. Sources: The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, Stratford-upon-Avon British Library: Discovering Literature – Shakespeare and Renaissance Writers Royal Shakespeare Company Archives – Macbeth Historical Context Greenblatt, Stephen. Will in the World: How Shakespeare Became Shakespeare. W.W. Norton, 2004. Oxford University Press, Shakespeare’s Life and Times BBC History, “William Shakespeare: A Life of Drama”
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