Good Will

Good Will

Written by Author Art Wiggins and Barbara Wiggins

Behind-the-Scenes Historical Fiction: Making Shakespeare Accessible to All

Good Will: Shakespeare’s Novel Life is an engaging fictional biography that brings William Shakespeare to life for readers of all backgrounds. Covering his adult years from age 18 to 49—just three years before his death—the novel chronicles Shakespeare’s transformation from the son of a glover with a modest grade school education into one of history’s most renowned and enigmatic playwrights.

Blending family drama, financial struggles, and vivid historical detail, Good Will portrays Shakespeare as a relatable figure surrounded by family and friends who shape his journey. From avoiding the deadly plague to encountering Queen Elizabeth, the novel takes readers on a captivating exploration of the events and relationships that shaped his legendary career and nurtured his natural talent for storytelling.

Meticulously researched and enriched with realistic dialogue, Good Will offers an authentic portrayal of Renaissance life and theatre, dispelling the often lofty, academic image of Shakespeare. Instead, it humanizes him, making his life and works accessible to a wider audience. Unlike the complexity of Shakespeare’s own writings, this novel is a quick and enjoyable read, inviting readers to connect with his world and legacy in an approachable way.

The authors, the Wiggins, skillfully weave historical accuracy with imaginative storytelling, showcasing their passion through the book’s intricate details and surprising insights. By the final page, readers will feel as though they’ve walked alongside Shakespeare, sharing in his triumphs, challenges, and creative milestones.

Good Will: Shakespeare’s Novel Life is a masterful blend of history and fiction, making the Bard’s life and works more relatable than ever before.

 

About the authors: Barbara M. Wiggins taught reading comprehension and writing at middle school, high school, and college levels for 27 years. Arthur W. Wiggins, distinguished Professor Emeritus of physics and astronomy, was a research aerospace engineer for eight years, then taught at Oakland Community College in Michigan for thirty-seven years. 

 

The book has been reviewed over 3x. Cover art has been awarded a 4 star rating by Mobius. Goodreads rating avg. of 5.0, Amazon rating 5 stars. Comparative title: Shakespeare, The World Stage, by Bill Bryson.

 

Abstract terms: Historical Fiction, Shakespeare, Classic, Artistic, Good Will, Sidney Harris, Literary, Drama, Play

 

The book contains approximately 206 pages. Genre: Historical Fiction, Classical Art., ISBN PBK, 9781506908434, ISBN EBK, 9781506908458.


Posted

in

,

by