Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
What is the Shakespeare authorship debate?
Position2 of 2

The case against Shakespeare being the author

This position lays out the case against Shakespeare of Stratford as the author. It argues that his modest education and social standing sit awkwardly with the learning, languages and worldly knowledge in the plays, pointing to better-educated candidates like the Earl of Oxford.

Supporting arguments · 1

  1. Oxfordian theory of Shakespeare authorship
    The Oxfordian theory of Shakespeare authorship believes the Earl of Oxford, Edward de Vere, used a pseudonym to write the plays attributed to William Shakespeare.