New research on a 17th-century letter addressed to 'good Mrs Shakspaire' indicates that William Shakespeare's marriage to Anne Hathaway was happier than previously believed. The letter, discovered in Hereford, suggests the couple lived together in London between 1600 and 1610, contradicting the long-held belief that Shakespeare abandoned his wife for his career. It also reveals Anne's involvement in financial matters, marking a significant shift in understanding their relationship.