The writer wants to replace the underlined text in sentence 12 (reproduced below) with a more formal and precise phrase. Moreover, once Shakespeare moved to London as a young man, he would have been exposed to a wealth of ideas and knowledge, which, good for us, he used to create some of the greatest works of literature the world has ever known.

Which of the following phrases would best accomplish this goal?

A. I’m happy to say

B. terrifically for everyone

C. fortunately for posterity

D. thank goodness

E. hooray for later generations