A new title in Young Reading Series Three, which is aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. William dreams of acting and writing plays. This ambition takes him from the quiet country town of Stratford to the great playhouses of London, where his talent takes the city by storm. The life of Britain's most famous playwright told for children ready to tackle longer and more complex books. With internet links to recommended websites to find out more about Shakespeare and his plays.