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Cover of King Lear by William Shakespeare
Year: 2016
Language: en
Pages: 162
ISBN-13: 9781540718341
Dewey Decimal: 822.3/3
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“King Lear” by William Shakespeare is a classic drama published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on December 3, 2016. This edition spans 162 pages and is presented in English. The play explores themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of familial relationships, centering on the aging King Lear as he divides his kingdom among his daughters based on their professions of love for him.

Readers will find a rich tapestry of dialogue and character interactions that delve into the emotional and moral dilemmas faced by Lear and his family. The text captures the essence of human experience, highlighting the consequences of pride and the search for loyalty and truth. This edition invites readers to engage with Shakespeare’s intricate language and profound insights into the human condition, making it a significant work within the realm of drama.


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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

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Language: en. Pages: 162.

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