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King Lear


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King Lear
An analysis of William Shakespeare's presentation of the character of King Lear.
2,395 words (approx. 9.6 pages) | 0 sources | 2005 United Kingdom


Paper Summary:

This paper is an exploration of the presentation of the titular character in the play "King Lear", from a wide overview of his disintegration and changing role, to analysis of specific quotes from the text which give us insight into Shakespeare's intentions. It covers Lear's presentation in the first act, and how his language, introduction and interplay with the other characters is designed by Shakespeare to make him a figure of status and significance, then considers the role of characters such as Cordelia, the Fool and Gloucester in providing us with more insight into Lear's true nature. There is close analysis of Lear's use of language, and how Shakespeare crafts this to reflect the King's shifting mind state over the course of the play.

From the Paper:

"Shakespeare presents Lear in the first act as having his own secret agenda. he admits to having a 'darker purpose' and explains his 'fast intent' to the court. The phrase 'darker purpose' hints that Lear masks his true objectives behind a more cautious public agenda. Shakespeare portrays Lear through such comments as a sharp King who considers his position carefully in vital matters, a man who reveals his thoughts only when he deems it to be necessary - who plots his every action. This presentation will fall in sharp and deliberate contrast with Lear's behaviour later in the play, when he sticks stubbornly to a single, unwise agenda and uses desperate tactics to try to enforce it."

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APA Citation:

King Lear (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 12, 2012, from http://www.academon.co.uk/Book-Review-King-Lear/99695

MLA Citation:

"King Lear" 15 January 2012. Web. 12 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.co.uk/Book-Review-King-Lear/99695>




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Nov 09, 2007
I have been studying English and Philosophy at a high level for five years, three years as an Undergraduate. At graduation from sixth form college I was presented with the special award for outstanding English work. I received an 'A' at A Level for English and I am predicted a 2:1 at Degree level. I scored 100% on my A-level Philosophy exam. I excel in finding unique angles on a text, on seeing the 'big picture'. I hope my essays will help shape your own insight into the texts.
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