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William Shakespeare (c. 23 April 1564 – 23 April 1616) was an English playwright, poet and actor. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent drama...




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A tragic play written during the early 17th century, exploring themes of power, loyalty, and familial relationships. The story centers on King Lear, who decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters based on their professions of love for him, setting off a chain of events filled with betrayal and madness. At the start of the play, various characters are introduced, including Lear, Kent, Gloucester, and his illegitimate son Edmund. King Lear announces his intention to divide his kingdom, demanding declarations of love from his daughters. Gonerill and Regan flatter him with exaggerated professions, while Cordelia, the youngest, speaks truthfully and is disowned. Lear's rash decision leads to tension between him and those around him, especially as Gloucester faces his own familial conflict with his legitimate son Edgar and illegitimate son Edmund. This opening sets the stage for the ensuing tragedy, revealing themes of deceit, loyalty, and the nature of authority.
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