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King Lear

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Pages: 184 pages
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The narrative explores the tragic downfall of an ageing king driven to madness by betrayal and ambition within his own family. As King Lear grapples with the consequences of banishing his honest daughter Cordelia, he faces the treachery of his manipulative daughters, Goneril and Regan. This tale delves into themes of filial ingratitude, injustice, and the complexities of love, highlighting the stark contrast between good and evil. Its timeless exploration of power dynamics resonates with contemporary issues of deceit and ambition.

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Title: King Lear
Language: English
Authors: William Shakespeare
Publisher: Akasha Classics
Released: 2010
Format: Paperback
Pages: 184
ISBN13: 9781605126142
Tags: Fiction, Art & Culture, Poetry, Classics, Theater & Drama, Plants & Botany, School, Dramas, Plays, England, Dark, Herbs, Heritage, Kings, Daughters, Tragedy, Madness, Hypocrisy
Rating: 4.15 out of 5
Description: The narrative explores the tragic downfall of an ageing king driven to madness by betrayal and ambition within his own family. As King Lear grapples with the consequences of banishing his honest daughter Cordelia, he faces the treachery of his manipulative daughters, Goneril and Regan. This tale delves into themes of filial ingratitude, injustice, and the complexities of love, highlighting the stark contrast between good and evil. Its timeless exploration of power dynamics resonates with contemporary issues of deceit and ambition.