Ian Pollock’s Illustrated King Lear Complete & Unabridged
Ian Pollock’s Illustrated King Lear Complete & Unabridged, published by Workman Pub. in 1984, presents a unique visual interpretation of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy. This edition features 139 pages of full-color illustrations that accompany every line of dialogue, arranged in a comic book format. Pollock’s artwork captures the emotional depth of King Lear’s journey as he grapples with loss and despair, providing readers with a fresh perspective on the timeless themes of the play.
Readers will find that Pollock’s surreal illustrations enhance the dramatic elements of the text, making the nuances of speech and action more accessible. The combination of visual art and Shakespearean dialogue offers an engaging experience for both seasoned fans and newcomers to the work. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in drama, literary criticism, and the broader context of European literature, while also appealing to younger audiences exploring Shakespeare’s works.
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As flies are to wanton boys, so are we to th’ gods: they kill us for their sports, howls King Lear. In artist Ian Pollock’s surreal interpretation of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, the abstract wail of “the unaccomodated man” is dramatized in subtle shadings of the old king’s anguish.
Every line of dialogue is preserved, and every scene is illustrated in full-color panels arranged on the page in comic book format. As Lear loses his crown, his daughters, his youth, and his dignity, Pollack’s paintings keep pace, raising the tension to the level of live performance, and making the nuances of speech and action vividly clear. Pollack’s rendition of King Lear is an invaluable aid to both veteran and potential Shakespeare readers.
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