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The play explores the tragic downfall of King Lear as he naively divides his kingdom among his three daughters, leading to betrayal and loss. As Lear grapples with the consequences of his misplaced trust, the narrative delves into themes of power, loyalty, and madness. Accompanied by a new biography of Shakespeare, this edition offers insight into the playwright's enduring legacy. Celebrated for its complex characters and dramatic depth, it remains one of Shakespeare's most frequently adapted works.
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King Lear, William Shakespeare
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- Released
- 2018
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- Title
- King Lear
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Shakespeare
- Publisher
- Read & Co. Classics
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 186
- ISBN13
- 9781528705363
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Poetry, Classics, Plants, School, Theatre Plays, England, Dark, Herbs, Heritage, Tragedy, Kings, Daughters, Madness, Hypocrisy
- First published
- 1606
- Original title
- King Lear
- Rating
- 4.05 out of 5
- Description
- The play explores the tragic downfall of King Lear as he naively divides his kingdom among his three daughters, leading to betrayal and loss. As Lear grapples with the consequences of his misplaced trust, the narrative delves into themes of power, loyalty, and madness. Accompanied by a new biography of Shakespeare, this edition offers insight into the playwright's enduring legacy. Celebrated for its complex characters and dramatic depth, it remains one of Shakespeare's most frequently adapted works.