Hamnet - Book

The book Hamnet by author Maggie O'Farrell is a poignant historical novel that highlights the life of William Shakespeare's son, Hamnet, and the impact of his death on the family. The story revolves around his twin sister, who falls ill with a sudden fever in 1596, while Hamnet seeks help in a time when doctors have left the village of Stratford-upon-Avon. The novel explores love and tragedy through a heartbreaking lens of losing a loved one and its effect on life.

Features of the Book:

• A distinctive historical novel based on the life of the Shakespeare family.
• Highlights feelings of love and loss in an emotional narrative style.
• The character of Hamnet reveals new aspects of the Shakespeare family.
• The events of the book take place in Stratford-upon-Avon in the 16th century.
• Through the book, you discover the effects of losing a loved one on individuals and families.

Specifications of the Book:

• Type: Historical Novel
• Total Number of Pages: 384 pages
• Language: English
• Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
• Publication Date: April 1, 2021
• ISBN-13: 9781472223821
• Dimensions: 12.87 × 19.68 cm
• Book Weight: 0.35 kg