Widely heralded as the world’s greatest writer, universally celebrated four centuries after his death, Shakespeare remains monumental and irresistible. No writer in history rivals Shakespeare. What are the sources of Shakespeare’s reputation and powers? How does his vision of human nature attract, disturb, and inspire readers and audiences around the world and across the centuries? Explore the Bard’s imaginative genius with particular emphasis on his resourceful language and vital theatricality. Our aim is to see better what makes Shakespeare a writer of “infinite variety,” perennial delight, and constant fascination.