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The tragic tale delves into the destructive power of betrayal and ambition within a royal family. King Lear's descent into madness is fueled by the treachery of his daughters, Goneril and Regan, after he disowns his honest daughter Cordelia. This decision triggers a series of catastrophic events, leading to chaos and ruin in his kingdom. Themes of filial ingratitude, justice, and the nature of love are intricately woven throughout, making the narrative resonate with contemporary issues of power and deceit.
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King Lear, William Shakespeare
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- King Lear
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Shakespeare
- Publisher
- Akasha Classics
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 184
- ISBN13
- 9781605125763
- 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 tragic tale delves into the destructive power of betrayal and ambition within a royal family. King Lear's descent into madness is fueled by the treachery of his daughters, Goneril and Regan, after he disowns his honest daughter Cordelia. This decision triggers a series of catastrophic events, leading to chaos and ruin in his kingdom. Themes of filial ingratitude, justice, and the nature of love are intricately woven throughout, making the narrative resonate with contemporary issues of power and deceit.