Much ado indeed; few writers have caused as much ado as William Shakespeare. Across languages, cultures and diverging ideologies he provokes a universal passion. But who was he – or she? Centuries of research and often far-fetched speculations lead only to this: you can only know him – really know him – through his work or in the imagination of the reader or the play-goer. His essence has survived an infinite variety of interpretations and yet remains a fixed star in the constellation of world literature Continue reading →