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Cover of King Lear by William Shakespeare
Year: 2016
Language: en
Pages: 158
ISBN-13: 9781539048183
Dewey Decimal: 822.3/3
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“King Lear” by William Shakespeare is a classic work published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on September 25, 2016. This edition contains 158 pages and is presented in English. The play explores themes of love, loyalty, and the complexities of familial relationships through the tragic story of King Lear and his daughters.

Readers will find a rich tapestry of dialogue and character interactions that delve into the nature of power and betrayal. The text captures pivotal moments as Lear divides his kingdom among his daughters, leading to profound consequences. Shakespeare’s exploration of human emotion and folly is evident throughout, making this edition a significant contribution to the genre of fiction.


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her worth. In my true heart I find she names my very deed of love; Only she comes too short, –that I profess Myself an enemy to all other joys Which the most precious square of sense possesses, And find I am alone felicitate In your dear highness’ love. Cor. [Aside.] Then poor Cordelia! And yet not so; since, I am sure, my love’s More richer than my tongue. Lear. To thee and thine hereditary ever Remain this ample third of our fair kingdom; No less in space, validity, and pleasure Than that conferr’d on Goneril.–Now, our joy, Although the last, not least; to whose young love The vines of France and milk of Burgundy Strive to be interess’d; what can you say to draw A third more opulent than your sisters? Speak. Cor. Nothing, my lord. Lear. Nothing! Cor. Nothing. Lear. Nothing can come of nothing: speak again. Cor. Unhappy that I am, I cannot heave My heart into my mouth

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Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Year: 2016.
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Language: en. Pages: 158.

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