Shakespeare’s London house location finally pinned down by a surprising 17th century map

A hidden map suggests his home near Blackfriars Theatre

A newly found 17th century map has identified the exact spot of William Shakespeare’s only purchased home in London, placing it near the Blackfriars Theatre. The discovery, made by scholar Lucy Munro, is being hailed as a major breakthrough for understanding Shakespeare’s life in the capital and where he might have drafted some of his last plays.