Stratford-Upon-Avon and the Shakespeare Country by Fox, Levi - 1994

Norwich, England: Jarrold. New. 1994. Reprint. Paperback. 0711702586 . Saddle stitched paperback. New, unread, unmarked. Shakespeare's country, with Stratford-upon-Avon as its center, lies at the very heart of England, and no other part of the country is so rich and varied in its appeal, so kindly in its nature and so unmistakably English in character. Stratford is situated roughly midway along the course of the Avon. Apart from its delightful river setting, it preserves character and atmosphere, its streets and buildings displaying a remarkable continuity with its interesting past; but its claim to universal fame arises from the fact that William Shakespeare, the greatest dramatic genius of the English-speaking peoples, was born and died here. The poet's birthplace, with other buildings associated with his family, are preserved by the Shakespeare Birthday Trust. Color photos on every page, map of Stratford-upon-Avon.; Cotman House; 32 pages .