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Bookmark or Share- King Lear: Study Guide - SparkNotesKing Lear by William Shakespeare, written around 1605-1606, stands as one of the Bard’s most tragic and profound works. Set in ancient Britain, the play tells the story of King Lear, who, in a moment of tragic folly, decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters based on their expressions of love for him.
- A Summary and Analysis of William Shakespeare’s King LearA Summary and Analysis of William Shakespeare’s King Lear. By Dr Oliver Tearle (Loughborough University) King Lear is one of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies; indeed, some critics have considered it the greatest. It is certainly one of the bleakest.
- King Lear - Folger Shakespeare LibraryShakespeare’s King Lear challenges us with the magnitude, intensity, and sheer duration of the pain that it represents. Its figures harden their hearts, engage in violence, or try to alleviate the suffering of others.
- King Lear by William Shakespeare Plot Summary - LitChartsGet all the key plot points of William Shakespeare's King Lear on one page. From the creators of SparkNotes.
- King Lear: Full Play Summary - SparkNotesLear, the aging king of Britain, decides to step down from the throne and divide his kingdom evenly among his three daughters. First, however, he puts his daughters through a test, asking each to tell him how much she loves him.
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