Summary: <p>In this episode, noted author James Shapiro joins the show to discuss his new book, <em>Shakespeare in a Divide America</em>. Dr. Shapiro and Tim discuss Donald Trump, Abraham Lincoln, and John Wilkes Booth in a conversation about how Shakespeare's plays have showcased America's common grounds and battle grounds alike. Shapiro's book has been nominated for the National Book Award and was a NYT top ten book of 2020. </p><br><p><em>The Play's the Thing is produced by Goldberry Studios for the CiRCE Podcast Network. </em></p><br><hr><p style="color:grey;font-size:0.75em;"> See <a style="color:grey;" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>
