King Lear by William Shakespeare [Paperback]

King Lear is one of William Shakespeare's greatest tragedies, centered on the themes of power, betrayal, madness, and family. The play follows the aging King Lear, who decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters—Goneril, Regan, and Cordelia—based on their expressions of love for him. While his two elder daughters, Goneril and Regan, deceive him with false flattery, the youngest, Cordelia, remains honest but is disowned by Lear. This decision sets off a chain of tragic events, leading to Lear’s descent into madness, betrayal by his daughters, and the eventual downfall of his family and kingdom. A powerful exploration of human nature, King Lear portrays the devastating consequences of pride, greed, and the pursuit of power at the cost of personal relationships.