King Lear
King Lear by William Shakespeare, published by Penguin UK on April 7, 2005, is a profound exploration of power, betrayal, and madness. This edition spans 368 pages and presents Shakespeare’s tragic narrative, which begins with an aging king who, in his quest for a successor, foolishly disowns his loving daughter while placing his trust in her deceitful sisters. This decision leads to his downfall, as he is stripped of his authority and left to navigate a harrowing landscape of despair and insanity.
Readers will encounter a stark portrayal of human nature and the consequences of misjudgment in King Lear. The play unfolds in a harsh universe, showcasing Shakespeare’s mastery of dramatic art through its intense language and emotional depth. This edition includes contributions from General Editor Stanley Wells, editor George Hunter, and an introduction by Kiernan Ryan, providing additional context for understanding this elemental masterpiece within the realm of drama.
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‘The most perfect specimen of the dramatic art existing in the world’ Percy Bysshe Shelley
Shakespeare’s bleak and brutal tragedy begins when an ageing king, seeking a successor, rejects the young daughter who loves him and misplaces his trust in her malevolent sisters. In return they strip him of his power and condemn him to a wretched wasteland of horror and insanity. Set in a pitiless universe, King Lear is a towering, elemental masterpiece of fierce poetry and vast imaginative scope.
Used and Recommended by the National Theatre
General Editor Stanley Wells
Edited by George Hunter
Introduction by Kiernan Ryan
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