How to Think like Shakespeare

In "How to Think Like Shakespeare," Scott Newstok presents an engaging exploration of essential mental habits drawn from Shakespeare's works and the wisdom of writers throughout history. This insightful guide offers 14 concise chapters that reveal how to enhance critical thinking, effective writing, and joyful learning by challenging contemporary educational norms. Newstok emphasizes the value of creativity, autonomy, and discipline, showing that these practices—rather than a fixation on assessments—are key to nurturing a rich intellectual life.