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Classic Literature· United Kingdom

King Lear

by William Shakespeare
Aggregate Editorial Score39/100
Times Literary Supplement
Published 1606193 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

King Lear by William Shakespeare is a landmark work of classic literature, first published in 1606. An aging king divides his kingdom among his daughters, with catastrophic consequences. Shakespeare's greatest tragedy is a cosmic meditation on power, loyalty, madness, and the cruelty of the world. Themes of power, family, madness run through the work. The book has received recognition from Times Literary Supplement 1606.

Book Details

AuthorWilliam Shakespeare
Published1606
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Pages193
Category🏛️ Classic Literature
ISBN9780743482769
Editorial Score39/100
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is King Lear about?

An aging king divides his kingdom among his daughters, with catastrophic consequences. Shakespeare's greatest tragedy is a cosmic meditation on power, loyalty, madness, and the cruelty of the world.

Who wrote King Lear?

King Lear was written by William Shakespeare, from United Kingdom. First published in 1606.

What awards has King Lear won?

King Lear has received the following awards and honours: Times Literary Supplement 1606.

Is King Lear worth reading?

King Lear is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 12/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in power, family, madness.

Where can I buy King Lear?

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What category is King Lear?

King Lear is classified as Classic Literature. Enduring works that have shaped world literature across centuries.

What country is King Lear from?

King Lear originates from United Kingdom's literary tradition. Explore more books from United Kingdom on our country page.

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