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Shakespeare was born in Stratford-Upon-Avon in 1564. He was the 3rd of 8 children, 3 who died in their childhood.
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In the late 1570's Shakespeare's Father's work and wealth slowly declined. He was forced to leave school to help his Father.
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Around six or seven Shakespeare attended Stratford Grammer School. This is about the extent of information we inquired about his education.
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The first "lost years" period took place form 1578-82.
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Shakespeare was 18 when he married the 26 year old Anne Hathaway. Anne was pregnant before they were married so their parents rushed them into marriage.
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Shakespeare's first child's name was Susanna. She was baptized on May 28, 1583, 6 months after Shakespeare and Anne's marriage.
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2 twins, Hamnet and Judith were born to Shakespeare and Anne in January of 1596.
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The second "lost years' period took place from 1585-92. He is thought to have been perfecting his story telling talents.
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Shakespeare was an actor before this point in time. He was 28 years old. He also probably worked for Pembroke's Men before now. He was well known and talented.He had also begun to write and produce many of his plays including The Comedy of Errors and Henry VI.
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In August, 1596 Hamnet died from an unknown cause. He was age 11 at the time of his death.
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Romeo and Juliet was first printed in 1597, but it was a play from between 1594-95. It is a tragedy about two young lovers.
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Shakespeare got the famous Globe in the year of 1599, but an exact date was not found. The Globe has the ability to hold many thousands people. It was the most popular theater of the time.
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Hamlet is a sad play writen by Shakespear. His son, Hamnet, may have been an inspireation for the main character.
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Shall I compare thee to a summer's day? This is one of his most famous sonnets. 154 of these sonnets were published in 1609.
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Shakespeare's death is unknown, but most historians believe it was due to an illness. He died April 23rd, 1616 and was buried April 25, 1616 in Holy Trinity Church
