Did William Shakespeare really exist, or was he just a fictional character, created to serve a purpose?

In this episode of America’s Strangest History, host John Genua dives deep into the compelling theory that Shakespeare wasn’t a real person, but rather an elaborate construct to hide the identity of the true authors of his famous works. The podcast unpacks how this narrative might have been carefully crafted, and who might have had a hand in scripting the so-called “Bard’s” iconic plays and sonnets. Join us as we question everything we thought we knew about the man behind Hamlet, Macbeth, and Romeo and Juliet. Was it Christopher Marlowe, Edward de Vere, or even Francis Bacon? Why would such a ruse be necessary, and how did it change the course of literary history? We’ll look into the evidence that has fueled centuries of debate and explore the fascinating theories that suggest William Shakespeare might just be the greatest piece of theater history’s own fiction. Get ready for an exploration of hidden identities, political cover-ups, and some of the most mysterious figures of Elizabethan England. Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most intriguing conspiracy theories in the literary world. Make sure to subscribe to America’s Strangest History for more episodes uncovering strange and baffling mysteries from the past!

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