For the first time the symbolic meaning of Shakespeare's plays is described. Each of Shakespeare's plays is part of a whole. All of the plays are interlinked. Together they form a narrative that describes the most recent episodes of human evolution. It is a fascinating story that illustrates how European civilization was designed, directed, and implemented. This process includes many experiences, which sometimes may seem comical, sometimes may be perceived as tragic. Nevertheless, all these experiences have to be encountered and they are unavoidable; they are part of an evolutionary process. Each of these experiences is a preparation for other ones; in all cases they lead to a constructive outcome. The series "Shakespeare for the Seeker" includes four volumes. Volume 1 presents the analysis of the History plays, the Roman tetralogy, and the Celtic trilogy.