The quest for Shakespeare

Pearce, Joseph 1961- (Author).

Summary: Examines the life and beliefs of William Shakespeare, presenting evidence to support the author's argument that the playwright was a member of the Catholic faith, and looking at how the religion informed his writing.

Record details

OCLC: ocn227335848
ISBN: 1586172247
ISBN: 9781586172244
Physical Description: 216 pages ; 24 cm
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Publisher: San Francisco : Ignatius Press, 2008.

Content descriptions

Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 201-205) and index.
Contents:	Will the real Shakespeare please stand up? -- His father's will -- The faith of his fathers -- Living with outlaws -- A rose by any other name -- Love's labors -- Lost years -- Murdered spy -- Martyred priest -- Playing safe with the queen -- Red herrings and codpieces -- Friends and family -- The king's good servant -- Last years -- "He died a papist."