John Shakespeare's Muckhill: Ecologies, Economies, and Biographies of Communal Waste in Stratford-upon-Avon, circa 1550–1600.

The article explores the historical and communal aspects of waste management in Stratford-upon-Avon during the late 16th century, focusing on the significance of muckhills as communal sites for waste disposal. It challenges biographical narratives by examining John Shakespeare's involvement in waste management within theeconomic and social context of the time, suggesting that understanding communal waste practices can offer insights into both local history and Shakespearean studies.