William Shakespeare: Legendary Wordsmith - Fast Facts | History

Take a look at the life of one of the most celebrated authors of all time, legendary wordsmith William Shakespeare, in this video.

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Explore the life of William Shakespeare:
http://www.history.com/topics/british-history/william-shakespeare

10 things to know about Shakespeare:
http://www.history.com/news/history-lists/10-things-you-didnt-know-about-william-shakespeare

Why do actors avoid the word %u201CMacbeth%u201D?
http://www.history.com/news/ask-history/why-do-actors-avoid-the-word-macbeth

Hungry History: Shakespeare's Suppers:
http://www.history.com/news/hungry-history/shakespeares-suppers

Did Shakespeare really write his own plays?
http://www.history.com/news/ask-history/did-shakespeare-really-write-his-own-plays

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