Is Shakespeare Dead?

In "Is Shakespeare Dead?", Mark Twain presents a provocative and humorous critique of Shakespeare's legacy, challenging the prevailing orthodoxy surrounding the Bard's literary genius. This work, a blend of essay and satire, delves into Twain's observations on literary pretensions, examining the nature of authorship and the influence of public perception on a writer'Äôs reputation. With Twain'Äôs ...