James Shapiro wins Baillie Gifford anniversary prize with ‘extraordinary’ Shakespeare biography 1599
[ad_1] A book about a pivotal year in William Shakespeare’s life has been named the Baillie Gifford Winner of Winners in a special announcement to mark the 25th anniversary of the prestigious nonfiction prize. James Shapiro’s 1599: A Year in the Life of William Shakespeare originally won the award in 2006, when it was known…