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Shakespeare: King Lear

An old king divides his kingdom by who flatters him best, and learns too late which daughter loves him.

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Volume
25 of the 1990 set
Author
William Shakespeare (1564–1616)
Work
King Lear c. 1605–1606

Ideas: Tragedy and suffering Family and home Ambition and pride Justice and fairness

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