That would probably the way the sentence flows and the tone
I've never read it. But heres what I found on the internet for it.
Wiesel had to grow up quickly, struggling to understand himself, his situation and his religion, the very faith that thrust him into the middle of the Holocaust. Night explores how the loss of family and identity can lead to questioning of faith, and how horrific situations can push children into adulthood.
Yes, we should continue learning about Shakespeare! If we do not to continue to learn about him, he may be forgotten. A lot of recent works of this day and age are inspired by many of Shakespears works, so it is very important to know the origin of these ideas!