North by Shakespeare

In North by Shakespeare, acclaimed author Doug Blanding chronicles the riveting journey of Dennis McCarthy, a self-taught scholar, as he seeks to prove his groundbreaking theory about the true origins of Shakespeare's most renowned plays. Over fifteen years, McCarthy employs modern plagiarism analysis to draw compelling parallels between Shakespeare's works and those of Sir Thomas North, an Elizabethan courtier, suggesting North's writings were a significant influence. The narrative intertwines McCarthy's ambitious quest with the dramatic backdrop of Tudor court intrigues and the dynamics of English Renaissance theater, offering fresh insights that challenge traditional views of Shakespeare's genius.