Overview

A spectacular and engaging non-fiction Eyewitness guide to one of history's most iconic writers, William Shakespeare. Did you know special effects were used in Shakespeare's plays? That devils and ghosts came up through trapdoors in the stage? Find out how in Eyewitness Shakespeare and discover the fascinating life and times of one of the world's greatest playwrights. Travel back in time and follow Shakespeare from his birth in the small town of Stratford-upon-Avon to theatre life in 16th century London. Eyewitness reference books are now more interactive and colourful, with new infographics, statistics, facts and timelines, plus a giant pull-out wall chart, you'll be an expert on Shakespeare in no time. Great for projects or just for fun, learn everything you need to know about Shakespeare.