Scholars conclude ‘beyond doubt’ that Shakespeare was main author of Edward III

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How it spread - 2 original reports

1. Sun, 18 October 2026

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   • The Guardian World15:00first to report
     Scholars conclude ‘beyond doubt’ that Shakespeare was main author of Edward III

     Exclusive: Play anonymously published in 1596 was collaboration between Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe, according to computer analysis Dramatic new evidence concludes that the play Edward III should be added to William Shakespeare’s canon, and also that it was a major collaboration with his contemporary rival Christopher Marlowe. The history was published anonymously in 1596, and it has long been thought that Shakespeare wrote at least a few scenes. However, Dr Rory Loughnane, a leading...

2. Wed, 21 October 2026

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   • Le Figaro (France)10:00
     La pièce Édouard III attribuée « sans l’ombre d’un doute » à Shakespeare selon des chercheurs

     Deux spécialistes de la littérature anglaise affirment que l’œuvre, qui a longtemps été attribuée à Shakespeare et Marlowe conjointement, serait surtout de la main du « Barde d’Avon ».