The Year of Lear: Shakespeare in 1606
The Year of Lear: Shakespeare in 1606 by James S. Shapiro, narrated by Robert Fass, was an Audie Award finalist (2017 Audie History or Biography).
Award record
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Audie History or Biography Finalist |
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Narration
The Year of Lear: Shakespeare in 1606 is narrated by Robert Fass. Follow the narrator links above for their complete Audie Award records.
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