The Boy and the Globe

A lively and compelling novel published to mark the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death, woven from the few known facts of his young life. Brilliantly illustrated throughout and jam-packed with quizzes, art tasks and other fun activities to spark a love of Shakespeare in young readers. Life’s not much fun for young Will Shakespeare. His father’s money troubles at home and a stuffy master at school mean it’s all a bit of a struggle. But then a band of travelling players arrive in Stratford, bringing with them a world of energy and colour. Will dreams of joining their ranks and forging himself a glittering future in London. But his father has other ideas.