William Shakespeare (1564-1616), English poet and playwright, 1924. Artist: Unknown

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William Shakespeare, English poet and playwright. Portrait of Shakespeare (1564-1616), widely regarded as the greatest writer of the English language. Taken from the 'Leaders of Men' cigarette cards produced by Ogdens 1924.

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