A Chronicle History Of The Life And Work Of William Shakespeare : Kessinger Publishing : 9781162963334 : 1162963336 : 10 Sep 2010 : ""A Chronicle History Of The Life And Work Of William Shakespeare: Player, Poet And Playmaker"" by Frederick Gard Fleay is a comprehensive biography of the famous English playwright, William Shakespeare. The book traces Shakespeare's life from his birth and childhood in Stratford-upon-Avon, through his early career as an actor and writer in London, to his later years as a successful playwright and businessman. Fleay provides detailed accounts of the plays Shakespeare wrote, their performances, and their reception by audiences and critics. He also explores the social and political context in which Shakespeare lived and worked, including the religious conflicts of the time, the court of Queen Elizabeth I, and the rise of the Stuart dynasty. The book includes extensive analysis of Shakespeare's language, themes, and characters, drawing on contemporary sources