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Get Rid Of William Shakespeare Essay

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Canlyca Lieu
English 102
Sarah Beck
May 8, 2015

Shakespeare: To Keep or Get Rid of?

Ask anyone and they will know who and what you’re talking about when mentioning William Shakespeare. He has been around for hundreds of years and is very famous for his work. Writing plays and sonnets both, he continues to influence readers all around the world. He should forever remain in the literary canon for his impact in the present day English language. Being the author of 37 plays and 100 something sonnets, Shakespeare’s life has been very dynamic. Not much is known about his life except for the fact that he was baptized at Holy Trinity Church on April 26th so it is assumed he is born on or near April 23rd, 1564. This is the date that scholars say his birthday is. Another fact about Shakespeare is that he …show more content…

If not Shakespeare, then who? Whether it be Shakespeare or someone else, we’d still remember the work that is put out there, not just for his name but his work as well. His work has a left a mark in the English literature …show more content…

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