Shakespeare produced most of his known work between 1589 and 1613. His early plays were mainly comedies and histories, and these were followed by tragedies such as Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, and Macbeth. He also wrote a number of sonnets and narrative poems.
Shakespeare's plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright. They have also been adapted into films, operas, ballets, and other works of art.
Shakespeare's work explores a wide range of human emotions and experiences, and his characters are often complex and multifaceted. He is considered one of the most insightful and profound writers in history.