Explore fascinating numerical connections in William Shakespeare's First Folio through an engaging 11-minute video presentation by Rob Eastaway. Delve into the historical significance of numbers within Shakespeare's plays, examine intriguing conspiracy theories surrounding Francis Bacon's potential authorship through hidden codes, and discover the mathematical concept of chronograms. Learn about peculiar numerical quirks embedded throughout Shakespeare's works while gaining insights into the intersection of mathematics and literature in Elizabethan times. Gain access to additional Shakespearean mathematical content through provided links and explore further through Rob Eastaway's book "Much Ado About Numbers," which expands on these mathematical connections in Shakespeare's life and works.
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Shakespeare, Numbers, and Chronograms - Numberphile
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