Shakespeare’s Marriage

Synopsis

Radio broadcast. Andrew Gurr, Professor of English in the University of Reading, reflects on Shakespeare’s relationship with his wife. Anne Hathaway, in the light of Sonnet 145 which he wrote to her before their marriage.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Radio

Transmission details

16 Jun 1978 at 20:40 (Channel: BBC Radio 3)

Duration

20 mins

Additional Details

Production type

Documentary/Educational/News

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

biographies; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616); sonnets; Hathaway, Anne

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)