English language history
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The Missing Plays – What Happened to ‘Cardenio’ and ‘Love’s Labour’s Won’?
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Richard Martins
William Shakespeare’s reputation rests heavily on the survival of his plays through early print culture, especially the 1623 First Folio ...
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Shakespeare’s Dark Lady – Who Was the Real Woman Behind the Sonnets?
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Richard Martins
Shakespeare’s sonnets, especially those numbered 127 through 154, introduce a woman known only as the Dark Lady. Dark hair, dark ...
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Was Shakespeare Actually a Woman? Exploring the Mary Sidney Theory
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Richard Martins
What if one of history’s most celebrated writers was not who readers have long believed, but instead a woman whose ...
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How Many Words Did Shakespeare Invent and Do We Still Use Them Today
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Richard Martins
If you’ve ever seen the claim that Shakespeare “invented” 1,700 English words, you’ve probably paused mid-scroll and thought, huh, that’s ...
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10 Surprising Words Invented by Shakespeare
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Richard Martins
Shakespeare’s influence on the English language extends far beyond his plays and sonnets. He introduced over 1,700 words into the ...
