""The Forest Youth or Shakespeare as He Lived: A Historical Tale"" is a novel written by Henry Curling in 1853. The book is a fictionalized account of William Shakespeare's early life, set in the Forest of Arden in Warwickshire, England. The story follows the life of a young Shakespeare, who is portrayed as a restless and adventurous youth, with a deep love for nature and the forest. The novel explores the various events and experiences that shaped Shakespeare's life, including his encounters with the local gentry, his love affairs, and his eventual departure from the forest to pursue his dreams of becoming a playwright in London. The book is a vivid portrayal of life in Elizabethan England, with rich descriptions of the landscape, customs, and traditions of the time. The Forest Youth is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Shakespeare's life and the history of the Elizabethan era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.