Tragedy Of King Lear

Tragedy of King Lear

by William Shakespeare

King Lear, an aging monarch, decides to divide his kingdom amongst his daughters based on their expressions of love. This rash decision sets in motion a chain of events that unravels his family and kingdom. Driven by their own ambitions and thirst for power, his two eldest daughters, Goneril and Regan, betray their father, leaving him heartbroken and vulnerable. Lear is cast out into a raging storm, his sanity slowly crumbling. Meanwhile, Gloucester, a loyal Earl, is blinded by his own son's treachery. The play explores themes of power, family, justice, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. As Lear descends into madness, he faces the harsh realities of his own choices and the fragility of human relationships. Ultimately, the play questions the nature of justice and the enduring power of love in the face of betrayal and suffering.

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William Shakespeare

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William Shakespeare was born on April 23, 1564, in Stratford-upon-Avon. The son of John Shakespeare and Mary Arden, he was probably educated at the King Edward VI Grammar School in Stratford, where he...

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