Shakespeare is a fascinating collection of surprising revelations, quirky characters and other fascinating trivia from the world of the great English bard.

From the stories behind his well-known plays and poems, through the actors and theatres that have entertained his works, to his legacy in popular culture and beyond, an intriguing and unusual history of his life and times is revealed. Drawing back the curtains on this iconic English character, there is something here for every enthusiast to relish.

Brief, accessible and entertaining pieces on various subjects make it the perfect book to dip into. The amazing and extraordinary facts series presents interesting, surprising, and little-known facts and stories about a wide range of topics guaranteed to inform, absorb, and entertain in equal measure.

Makes the perfect gift for any fans of British history, literature and classic theatre, pop culture, myths and legends, traditions, trivia facts and figures and much more!