King Lear

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Shakespeare's tragedy, effortlessly comprehended.

If you've ever felt daunted by Shakespeare's elaborate language, "King Lear - No Fear Shakespeare" is your ally. This edition dissects the complexity of the original text, laying out a side-by-side translation in plain English. You'll immerse yourself in Lear's harrowing journey with clarity, accompanied by helpful character descriptions and insightful commentary. This book not only ensures you grasp the full emotional weight of the play but also invites you to appreciate its timeless genius without the language barrier.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

King Lear

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ISBN: 9781586638535
Publisher: SparkNotes
Date of Publication: 2003-07-03
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Poetry, Drama, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Theatre, Literature, Classics
Goodreads rating: 3.91
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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.
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Shakespeare's tragedy, effortlessly comprehended.

If you've ever felt daunted by Shakespeare's elaborate language, "King Lear - No Fear Shakespeare" is your ally. This edition dissects the complexity of the original text, laying out a side-by-side translation in plain English. You'll immerse yourself in Lear's harrowing journey with clarity, accompanied by helpful character descriptions and insightful commentary. This book not only ensures you grasp the full emotional weight of the play but also invites you to appreciate its timeless genius without the language barrier.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.