The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to the life and legacy of William Shakespeare, an English poet, playwright, and actor who lived during the 17th century. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon".

The Chandos portrait, believed to be Shakespeare, held in the National Portrait Gallery, London

Works

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Plays

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Tragedies

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Comedies

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Histories

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Poetry

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Apocrypha

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Plays

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Poetry

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Analyses

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Life

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Associated people

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Legacy

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Shakespeare's influence – in addition to his works, Shakespeare's legacy includes the ongoing performance of his plays, and his influence upon culture and the arts, extending from theatre and literature to present-day movies and the English language itself.

Memorials and monuments

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Shakespearean phrases

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Shakespearean theatre

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Works about Shakespeare

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Fictional works about Shakespeare

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See also

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