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Lively, instructive access to Shakespeare's rich and complex works. For this updated critical edition of King Lear, Professor Halio has added a new introductory section on recent stage, film, and critical interpretations of the play. He gives a comprehensive account of Shakespeare's sources and the literary, political and folkloric influences at work in the play; a detailed reading of the action; and a substantial stage history of major productions. Professor Halio chooses the Folio as the text for this edition. He explains the di... read more

Explanatory notes and guidance to help students understand Shakespeare's plays. Lear, once all-powerful, gives away his kingdom to his daughters Goneril and Regan, yet still demands of them unquestioning love and absolute obedience. But both daughters abuse him cruelly. He falls from the condition of king to that of the most wretched beggar, and in the storm on the heath he experiences a vision of humanity at its lowest and most elemental: 'the thing itself. Unaccommodated man'.These guides help students to evaluate the historical,... read more

In this tragic play, Lear, a ruler in pre-Christian Britain, is described as a "very foolish old man, fourscore and upward." Grossly misjudging his daughters, he endures a harrowing experience and emerges as a man "more sinned against than sinning." The CliffsComplete King Lear is a revised and expanded study edition. It contains Shakespeare's original play, a glossary, and expert commentary in a unique, 2-column format. To enhance your learning, notes and definitions appear directly opposite the line in which they occur, and a rev... read more

This volume is part of a series of the works of Shakespeare and is intended for use at A Level. The complete, original text is accompanied by an introduction, notes and activities for before, during and after study. In addition, a synopsis is included at the beginning of each act.

This remarkable edition features a newly edited text of King Lear based on the earliest printed text of the play, along with detailed notes and performance annotations. An integrated audio CD showcases the deeper understanding and enjoyment from the power of performance. Hear?Read?See: -- Hear recordings of great contemporary and historical performances of key scenes from the play.-- Read about a modern production, from the director's point of view.-- See production notes and photos alongside the text that takes you inside the stag... read more

The Oxford School Shakespeare is a well-established series which helps students understand and enjoy Shakespeare's plays. Each play in this series has an extensive range of students' notes. These include detailed and clear explanations of difficult words and passages, a synopsis of the plot, summaries of individual scenes and notes on the main characters.

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Intent on easing his burden as he approaches old age, King Lear of England decides to divide his kingdom amongst his daughters. But when they strip him of his privileges, Lear undergoes a transformation, slowly learning to see himself as a simple human rather than an all-powerful king. First performed in 1606, King Lear arrived following centuries of political and religious upheaval in England.

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