William Shakespeare was an English poet and playwright, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon". His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright. <p>Complete and unabridged edition containing all 37 tragedies, comedies, and histories, plus the sonnets. </p>