Hamnet

In "Hamnet," a poignant novel by the acclaimed author of The Marriage Portrait, the story unfolds in 1580 England against the backdrop of the Black Death. It centers on the life of Agnes, an extraordinary woman with a deep connection to nature and healing, and her troubled relationship with her husband, a budding playwright. As tragedy strikes with the loss of their eleven-year-old son, Hamnet, the narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the creative process that ultimately leads to one of Shakespeare’s greatest works, Hamlet. This deeply moving tale has been adapted into a major motion picture starring a notable cast.