The famous science fiction writer, world-famous scientist, great popularizer of science, author of about 500 popular science, fantasy, detective, historical and humorous publications invites you to the world of creativity of the great English playwright.

This book is part of a series of popular Asimov “guides”. The author systematizes Shakespeare's dramatic works, analyzing their content, scrupulously analyzing each quote, each passage that has a connection to real historical events, a folklore or mythological basis. He interprets the meaning of many of the characters' remarks, witticisms and barbs and explains with whom Shakespeare is conducting verbal duels through their lips.