The Signet Classics edition of one of William Shakespeare's greatest tragedies.
Full of cruelty and betrayal, King Learis 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-
. An overview of Shakespeare's life, world, and theater
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A special introduction to the play by the editor, Russell Fraser . Selections from Raphael Holinshed's Chronicles of England, Scotland, and Ireland, Sir Philip Sidney's Arcadia, and The True Chronicle History of King Lear, the sources from which Shakespeare derived King Lear
. Dramatic criticism from Samuel Johnson, A. C. Bradley, John Russell Brown, and others
. A comprehensive stage and screen history of notable actors, directors, and productions
. Text, notes, and commentaries printed in the clearest, most readable text
. And more...
By:
William Shakespeare, Russell A. Fraser Imprint: Longman Inc Country of Publication: United States Edition: 1st Revised edition Dimensions:
Height: 172mm,
Width: 105mm,
Spine: 18mm
Weight: 168g ISBN:9780451526939 ISBN 10: 0451526937 Pages: 352 Publication Date:01 June 1998 Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
