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Though Macbeth existed in history, Shakespeare was more interested in what kind of tragic character he could make of him, and altered historical facts for the sake of the drama.

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How Did William Shakespeare Affect History?

William Shakespeare affected history by being a pioneer in his writing, and producing such a large amount of plays. Many of plays are considered classics today, and are read in schools.


Did Hamnet Shakespeare's death affect William Shakespeare?

It probably did, but if so it was not reflected in the plays which Shakespeare was writing at the time of Hamnet's death, viz. around 1596. Shakespeare was very close about his feelings and did not tell everyone about them (of if he did, they did not make note of it).


How did the age of exploration affect shakespeare and his writing?

Not a lot, but he may have been influenced by tales of a ship called the Sea Venture shipwrecked in Bermuda when he wrote The Tempest.


How did Shakespeare's relationships affect his writing?

As far as we can tell (which is not much), Shakespeare's personal life had no effect whatsoever on his writing. Plays are an art form which rarely give any insight into the playwright, since there is not usually an omniscient narrator which represents the author's point of view, as in prose writing. Poetry can sometimes reveal something about the poet, but although Shakespeare's sonnets are written to various people, they do not really tell us much about Shakespeare's relationship with those people, which is why they are the basis for so much wild speculation. However little Shakespeare's personal life appears to have contributed to the content of his writing, his associates made his writing possible. He could not have published his poetry without noble patrons, nor could he have written the plays without the support of his theatre company.


How did the time period affect Shakespeare's plays?

The time period just affected Shakespeare's plays - come on.

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How Did William Shakespeare Affect History?

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Did Hamnet Shakespeare's death affect William Shakespeare?

It probably did, but if so it was not reflected in the plays which Shakespeare was writing at the time of Hamnet's death, viz. around 1596. Shakespeare was very close about his feelings and did not tell everyone about them (of if he did, they did not make note of it).


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How did the age of exploration affect shakespeare and his writing?

Not a lot, but he may have been influenced by tales of a ship called the Sea Venture shipwrecked in Bermuda when he wrote The Tempest.


How did Shakespeare's relationships affect his writing?

As far as we can tell (which is not much), Shakespeare's personal life had no effect whatsoever on his writing. Plays are an art form which rarely give any insight into the playwright, since there is not usually an omniscient narrator which represents the author's point of view, as in prose writing. Poetry can sometimes reveal something about the poet, but although Shakespeare's sonnets are written to various people, they do not really tell us much about Shakespeare's relationship with those people, which is why they are the basis for so much wild speculation. However little Shakespeare's personal life appears to have contributed to the content of his writing, his associates made his writing possible. He could not have published his poetry without noble patrons, nor could he have written the plays without the support of his theatre company.


How did the time period affect Shakespeare's plays?

The time period just affected Shakespeare's plays - come on.


How did war affect Shakespeare's writing?

Shakespeare lived during a time of peace during the time of his life when he was writing. War with Spain was successfully concluded in 1588, and Elizabeth was cautious about getting into another one. She knew (better than many people nowadays) that wars are big time expensive, and can bankrupt a country. There were expeditions in the Netherlands and Ireland, but these were basically adventures. Although England in Shakespeare's day was remarkably peaceful, war does figure prominently in many plays--not only in the English history plays, and those based on Roman and Scottish history (Macbeth, Julius Caesar), but also those set in the remote and legendary past (Coriolanus, Cymbeline). It even plays a major part in the comedy All's Well that Ends Well. As Jaques suggests, the soldier "seeking the bubble reputation even in the cannon's mouth" was a type. Many young men, Like Bertram in All's Well, must have looked to the possibility of military adventure as a chance for advancement and excitement, although perhaps not as a way to get rid of an unwanted wife. To them, plays which dealt with the qualities of a soldier had an immediate relevance. In addition, a military career was closely linked (as it is today) with a career in politics. Plays such as Macbeth, Henry V and Coriolanus deal with soldier-politicians who are less or more successful.


How did polonium and radium affect history?

Polonium and radium doesn't affect history.


How does the relationship between husband and wife in Elizabethan times affect the way Lady Macbeth and Macbeth act throughout the play and who has the power of control does it shift and why?

In Elizabethan times, husbands held more power in the relationship and were seen as the head of the household. This dynamic is reflected in the play "Macbeth," where Lady Macbeth challenges traditional gender roles to manipulate Macbeth into pursuing power. Initially, Lady Macbeth exerts more control as she pushes Macbeth to commit regicide, but eventually, Macbeth becomes more tyrannical as he spirals into madness. Overall, the power dynamic between the couple shifts throughout the play based on their actions and decisions.


Why is it important to write things down in documenting history?

Because contemporaneous writing establishes events as seen by those who experience them. It is not always accurate or objective, but exists for future examination. History is important, as it can affect the choices made in the future.


Does Lady Macbeth doubt plans to kill Duncan?

Initially, Lady Macbeth is determined and confident in the plan to kill Duncan. However, as the repercussions of the murder start to affect her mental state, she begins to show signs of doubt and guilt.