William Shakespeare

Presented by Serenity Ross

How Shakespeare fit into the Renaissance style

Shakespeare embraced the Renaissance style in various ways. For instance, Shakespeare vitalized creating characters with complexity and portrayed characters with human emotions despite their social class. He developed more detail about his characters' feelings and motives. Shakespeare wrote his plays using his knowledge of ancient Greek and Roman classics. Shakespeare's plays brought out the ideas of humanism and included many ideas that were popular during the Renaissance. He also wrote in vernacular English allowing people to understand the language of his works.

Shakespeare's collaborated works

Shakespeare did not always write alone, instead, he frequently worked with other writers and created art. In the 1590s, Shakespeare contributed to a few scenes in plays. Some of these plays include Edward III and Arden of Faversham. Later throughout his career, Shakespeare made many collaborations with people such as Geroge Peele (Titus Andronicus), either Thomas Nashe or Thomas Kyd (Henry VI), Thomas Middleton (Timon of Athens), and George Wilkins (Pericles). He then made three collaborations with young playwright John Flecther on the works of Henry VIII, the Two Noble Kingsmen, and the lost Cardenio

Why Shakepeare's art is still valued today

Shakespeare's works are still relevant in today's society. An important factor for this is that the themes of his writings have been relevant for centuries and can be connected with one's reality. This allows for Shakespeare's legacy to remain strong. His writings also teach us about ourselves and humanity, and some of his works provide evidence that Shakespeare had a deep understanding of human nature. His plays are based upon various topics and provide character diversity. Which allows readers to relate to the story more, thus Shakespeare maintaining popularity.

How Shakespeare influenced other artists

Not only did Shakespeare influence literature, but he also paved a way for many aspiring writers. He spread the idea of characterization, plot development, and genre. He used a set of themes in his works that have influenced modern storytelling. Shakespeare influenced many authors such as Herman Melville, Charles Dickens, Thomas Dickens, and William Faulkner. Romantic poet John Keats was also heavily influenced by Shakespeare, and his poems replicate Shakespeare's style and imagery. Many authors have also used quotes of Shakespeare's plays to title their own works.

Important works created by Shakespeare