ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, in April 1564. The exact date of his birth is not recorded, but it is most often celebrated around the world on 23 April. Shakespeare’s baptism is recorded in the Parish Register at Holy Trinity Church, Stratford-upon-Avon on Wednesday 26 April 1564.

Detailed explanation-2: -William Shakespeare was born on this day in 1564 and died on this day in 1616. Often considered the greatest writer in the English language, Shakespeare wrote numerous plays, sonnets and poems in his lifetime.

Detailed explanation-3: -William Shakespeare was baptised on 26 April 1564 at Holy Trinity in Stratford-Upon-Avon.

Detailed explanation-4: -William Shakespeare’s birth date was never officially recorded as it was not the norm in that era. However, people from all over the world have considered April 23 as his date of birth. Also, the Bard of Avon passed away on the same date he was born, i.e., April 23, 1616.

Detailed explanation-5: -William Shakespeare was probably born on about April 23, 1564, the date that is traditionally given for his birth. He was John and Mary Shakespeare’s oldest surviving child; their first two children, both girls, did not live beyond infancy.