James Shapiro’s 1606 gets nod for venerable (respected because of age, distinguished) honour alongside books by David Hare,Ruth Scurr and Sarah Knights James Shapiros exploration of a year in the life of Shakespeare has been shortlisted for the UK’s oldest book prize, just days before the 400th anniversary of the playwright’s death on 23 April. Related: 1606: William Shakespeare and the Year of Lear by James Shapiro review – a fraught political and cultural moment Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com