Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell
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English - July 15, 2022 04:51 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBBooks Arts Education Self-Improvement improvement self addictions away books care escape escapism healthy positive Homepage Download Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
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In Maggie O'Farrell's novel, Hamnet, we are transported to the life of Agnes (Anne) Shakespeare. Though little is known historically about Shakespeares life, so much can be gleaned from what is known. O'Farrell has captured beautifully the grief that comes from loving and then losing a child. This book will at once make you weep, and look freshly upon the playwright that we know as William Shakespeare. Come along for our book club chat!