The Tragedie of King Lear (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419185540)

The Tragedie Of King Lear is a play written by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written between 1603 and 1606. The play tells the story of King Lear, an aging monarch who decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters based on how much they profess to love him. However, his decision leads to a series of tragic events that ultimately lead to his downfall.The play explores themes of power, loyalty, betrayal, and madness. It features some of Shakespeare's most memorable characters, including the foolish and vain King Lear, his loyal but misguided advisor, the Earl of Gloucester, and the treacherous and manipulative Edmund.The play is divided into five acts and is known for its complex plot, poetic language, and powerful imagery. It has been adapted into numerous films, stage productions, and other works of art over the years and is considered one of Shakespeare's most important plays.Kent. Let it fall rather, though the forke inuade The region of my heart, be Kent vnmannerly, When Lear is mad, what wouldest thou do old man? Think'st thou that dutie shall haue dread to speake, When power to flattery bowes?This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William Shakespeare
ISBN-10: 1419185543
ISBN-13: 9781419185540
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 176
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.20h x 7.58w x 0.40d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 8.8
Point Value: 5
Interest Level: Upper Grade
Quiz #/Name: 53866 / King Lear