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William Shakespeare(1564–1616) was an English playwright, poet, and actor, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in world literature. Born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564, he passed away in the same town in 1616. Shakespeare began his playwriting career in the 1590s, producing at least 37 plays and 154 sonnets. His works are categorized into comedies, tragedies, and histories. Notable tragedies include Hamlet, Othello, Macbeth, and King Lear, while his comedies feature The Taming of the Shrew, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Twelfth Night. His history plays, such as Henry V and Richard III, vividly depict political dynamics and power struggles. Shakespeare's profound exploration of universal emotions and human psychology is a hallmark of his writing. During his career, he was associated with the Globe Theatre, epitomizing Elizabethan theatrical culture. His works have been translated and performed worldwide, continuing to captivate audiences today. As an innovator of literary language, Shakespeare enriched the English lexicon with numerous words and expressions. His works are celebrated for their timeless universality and artistic depth.
