Shakespeare wrote "Macbeth," "King Lear," and "Antony and Cleopatra" in a single year: 1606. In "The Year of Lear," scholar James Shapiro delves into the historical context that shaped these plays, illuminating with vivid details how the Gunpowder Plot and the influence of King James affected Shakespeare's writing. You can read the Monitor's full review of "The Year of Lear" here.
