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Drama & Screenplays

King Lear

by William Shakespeare

Set in pre-Roman Britain, the play follows an aging king who divides his kingdom among his daughters based on their declarations of love, triggering devastating consequences.

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"King Lear" by William Shakespeare is a tragedy written in late 1605 or early 1606. Set in pre-Roman Britain, the play follows an aging king who divides his kingdom among his daughters based on their declarations of love, triggering devastating consequences. Known for its dark tone and exploration of blindness and madness, the work depicts family betrayal, political chaos, and human suffering. Regarded as one of Shakespeare's supreme achievements, it is regularly cited as one of the greatest works of literature ever written.

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Language
English
Length
109 pages

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