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First printed edition of Shakespeare’s plays celebrate 400th anniversary

The works of Shakespeare has been translated into all of the major languages in the world, is studied in schools and universities globally, and to this day is considered by many as the greatest writer of all time. His influence on literature has prevailed and this year copies of the first printed edition of William Shakespeare’s plays will go on display in Scotland to mark 400 years since it was first published. Professor Adrian Streete, Head of English Literature at Glasgow University joined Sean to discuss...

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11.40 21 Feb 2023


First printed edition of Shakespeare’s plays celebrate 400th anniversary


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The works of Shakespeare has been translated into all of the major languages in the world, is studied in schools and universities globally, and to this day is considered by many as the greatest writer of all time.

His influence on literature has prevailed and this year copies of the first printed edition of William Shakespeare’s plays will go on display in Scotland to mark 400 years since it was first published.

Professor Adrian Streete, Head of English Literature at Glasgow University joined Sean to discuss...


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