William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare, often hailed as one of the greatest playwrights and poets in the English language, was born in April 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. His life spanned a vibrant period known as the Elizabethan era, during which he penned a remarkable collection of plays, sonnets, and poems that continue to resonate with audiences today. Shakespeare's works, ranging from the tragic depths of "Hamlet" to the whimsical charm of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," explore the complexities of human nature, love, and ambition, making them timeless treasures of literature.

Shakespeare's influence extends far beyond the stage; his inventive use of language and mastery of storytelling have left an indelible mark on literature and the arts. If you’re curious to dive into his world, this app offers a wonderful selection of his plays and poems, each inviting you to experience the rich tapestry of emotions and themes that have captivated readers and audiences for centuries. Enjoy the journey through his extraordinary works!

Sonnet 028

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 different recordings of Sonnet 28 by William Shakespeare. This was the weekly poetry project for the week o…

Sonnet 130

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A LibriVox Weekly Poetry tribute to William Shakespeare marking the 400th anniversary of the Bard's death in April 2016. Two of Shakespeare…

Fidele

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Fidele by William Shakespeare. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 18th, 2010.

King Lear On Boxing Day

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On Boxing Day 1606, the entertainment offered to King James I and his guests at Whitehall Palace was a brand-new play by William Shakespeare…

Twelfth Night (version 3)

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Twelfth Night, or What You Wil is a comedy by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written around 1601–02 as a Twelfth Night's enterta…

The Merry Devil of Edmonton

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Tucker Brooke, author of The Shakespeare Apocrypha (available separately here at Librivox), notes that "The external evidence which has…

Romeo and Juliet (version 4)

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Two households, both alike in dignity,In fair Verona, where we lay our scene,From ancient grudge break to new mutiny,Where civil blood makes…

A Pleasant Commodie of Faire Em, the Miller's Daughter of Manchester, with the Love of William the Conquerour

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By Shakespeare? Almost certainly not, but 1) it was found in a volume labeled Shakespeare in the library of Charles II, and 2) C. F. Tucker …

Colin Murphy Hamlet, Prince Of Derry

Hamlet, Prince of Derry is a contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare's classic play, set against the backdrop of a modern-day Derry in crisis…

Sonnet 130

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LibriVox volunteers bring you seventeen different readings of Shakespeare’s Sonnet 130. This sonnet offers a look into the Elizabethan ideal…

All's Well That Ends Well (version 2)

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A fairy tale with real life consequences, All's Well That Ends Well concerns a poor physician's daughter who goes to Paris to heal the King …

Troilus And Cressida CBC

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Richard Monette’s 2003 production of Troilus and Cressida for the Stratford (Ontario) Shakespeare Festival features David Snelgrove and Clai…

Romeo and Juliet

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Romeo and Juliet is perhaps the most famous of Shakespeare’s plays and is thought to be the most famous love story in Western history. It co…

Aspects Of Love - An Anthology

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Aspects Of Love is an anthology of poetic explorations on the theme of erotic love - though one of the "poets" represented here is…

Where the Bee Sucks

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Where the Bee Sucks is a lyrical song from William Shakespeare's enchanting play, The Tempest, performed by the spirit Ariel. This piece cap…

The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark (version 4)

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Considered to be William Shakespeare’s greatest masterwork and one of the most influential, quotable and enduring works in all of literature…

The First Part of King Henry VI (version 2)

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The fates of a war-torn France and an England faded of its past glory hang in the balance in this first installment of William Shakespeare’s…

The Rape of Lucrece, Version 2

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A tale in verse recounting Tarquin's subterfuge and sexual assault of the wife of his best friend and comrade-in-arms Collatine, leading to …

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