King Lear by William Shakespeare - ISBN: 9780451526939
Paperback
Mad king’s vanity unleashes tragedy, betrayal, and ultimate downfall.

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  • Paperback

    352 pages

  • Release Date

    1 June 1998

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Summary

The Signet Classics edition of one of William Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies.

Full of cruelty and betrayal, King Lear is the timeless and tragic story of a kingdom held in the thrall of an aging ruler’s descent into madness. Desperate for praise, he banishes those who would guide him with honesty and surrounds himself with sycophants—an action that leads to his ultimate downfall….

This revised Signet Classics edition includes unique features such as:

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Book Details

ISBN-13:9780451526939
ISBN-10:0451526937
Author:William Shakespeare
Publisher:Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint:Signet Classics
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:352
Edition:1st
Release Date:1 June 1998
Weight:159g
Dimensions:172mm x 105mm
Series:Signet Classics (Hardcover)
About The Author

William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was a poet, playwright, and actor who is widely regarded as one of the most influential writers in the history of the English language. Often referred to as the Bard of Avon, Shakespeare’s vast body of work includes comedic, tragic, and historical plays; poems; and 154 sonnets. His dramatic works have been translated into every major language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright.

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