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Cover of King Lear by William Shakespeare
Year: 2016
Language: en
Pages: 188
ISBN-13: 9781523831654
Dewey Decimal: 822.3/3
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King Lear by William Shakespeare is a tragedy published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on February 2, 2016. This edition features 188 pages and is presented in English. The play explores the gradual descent into madness of King Lear, who, after dividing his kingdom among two of his three daughters based on their flattery, faces tragic consequences that affect all involved.

Readers will find a rich narrative that delves into themes of power, betrayal, and familial relationships. King Lear is rooted in the legend of Leir of Britain, a mythological pre-Roman Celtic king, and has inspired numerous adaptations for both stage and film. This edition offers a comprehensive look at Shakespeare’s exploration of human nature and the complexities of loyalty and love within a family, making it a significant work in literary collections.


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King Lear is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare. It depicts the gradual descent into madness of the title character, after he disposes of his kingdom giving bequests to two of his three daughters based on their flattery of him, bringing tragic consequences for all. Derived from the legend of Leir of Britain, a mythological pre-Roman Celtic king, the play has been widely adapted for the stage and motion pictures, with the title role coveted by many of the world’s most accomplished actors.

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“King Lear” is credited to William Shakespeare.
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Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Year: 2016.
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ISBN-13: 9781523831654.
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Language: en. Pages: 188.

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