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 review section follows the play. This edition also
introduces you to the life, works, and times of William Shakespeare.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
Act I.
Act II.
Act III.
Act IV.
Act V.
CliffsComplete Review.
CliffsComplete Resource Center.
CliffsComplete Reading Group Discussion Guide.
Index.