King Lear

The Signet Classics edition of one of William Shakespeares greatest tragedies.. Full of cruelty and betrayal King Learis the timeless and tragic story of a kingdom held in the thrall of an aging rulers descent into madness. Desperate for praise he banishes those who would guide him with honesty and surrounds himself with sycophantsan action that leads to his ultimate downfall..... This revised Signet Classics edition includes unique features such as:. An overview of Shakespeare''s life world and theater A special introduction to the play by the editor Russell Fraser Selections from Raphael Holinshed''s Chronicles of England Scotland and Ireland Sir Philip Sidney''s Arcadia and The True Chronicle History of King Lear the sources from which Shakespeare derived King Lear Dramatic criticism from Samuel Johnson A. C. Bradley John Russell Brown and others A comprehensive stage and screen history of notable actors directors and productions Text notes and commentaries printed in the clearest most readable text And more...