Shakespeare may not have been a remote husband, new study finds

"This new study offers a substantial rethinking of William Shakespeare's life and marriage, presenting a narrative of companionship that challenges the perception of their relationship."

"Matthew Steggle’s eight-year investigation combines historical detail and personal connection, reshaping our understanding of Anne Hathaway as an active partner in Shakespeare's life."

Matthew Steggle presents fresh analysis of a forgotten letter fragment that implies William Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway lived together in London, contradicting previous narratives of their distant marriage. The research posits that they may have shared a home on Little Trinity Lane, deepening the understanding of their partnership. Steggle's eight-year study pushes against the stereotype of Anne as an illiterate wife, arguing instead for her agency and presence in Shakespeare's life, thereby calling into question long-held assumptions about their relationship.

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