King Lear: William Shakespeare's Drama on the Transience of Power: William Shakespeare's Drama on the Transience of Power

by William Shakespeare

Overview

King Lear is a tragedy that tells the story of a king who divides his kingdom among his three daughters and then is betrayed by two of them. With the help of his youngest daughter, Cordelia, he learns to see past their flattery and reward her with a share in his kingdom. The theme of King Lear is that of what happens when someone who has been given great power and authority over others, decides to relinquish that power, and how it affects those who are left behind. It is one of the best reads for people from all walks of life and all ages. Just sit back and revel in the story of King Lear.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789355562401
Publisher:	Edugorilla Community Pvt.Ltd
Publication date:	06/07/2022
Pages:	156
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.36(d)

About the Author

Widely esteemed as the greatest writer in the English language, William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was an actor and theatrical producer in addition to writing plays and sonnets. Dubbed "The Bard of Avon," Shakespeare oversaw the building of the Globe Theatre in London, where a number of his plays were staged, the best-known of which include Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, and Macbeth. The First Folio, a printed book of 36 of his comedies, tragedies, and history plays, was published in 1623.

Date of Death:

2018

Place of Birth:

Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom

Place of Death:

Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom