Publisher's Synopsis
Shake-Speare's Sweetheart is a historical fiction novel written by Sara Hawks Sterling. The book is set in the 16th century and follows the life of Anne Hathaway, the wife of William Shakespeare. The story begins with Anne's childhood in the small village of Shottery and follows her journey as she falls in love with the young and ambitious William Shakespeare. The novel provides an intimate look into the lives of Anne and William, their courtship, marriage, and family life. The author explores the challenges and joys of their relationship, including the difficulties of being a woman in a male-dominated society and the pressures of raising a family while pursuing a career in the theater. The book also delves into the political and social climate of the time, including the religious tensions between Catholics and Protestants, the plague, and the Elizabethan era's cultural and artistic developments. Throughout the novel, the author weaves in Shakespearean language and references, immersing the reader in the world of the famous playwright and his beloved wife. Overall, Shake-Speare's Sweetheart is a captivating and well-researched novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most iconic literary figures in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
