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King Lear: Themes
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Many themes are evident in King Lear, but perhaps one of the most prevalent
relates to the theme of justice. Shakespeare has developed a tragedy that
allows us to see man's decent into chaos. Although Lear is perceived as "a man
more sinned against than sinning" (p.62), the treatment of the main ....
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....t occurs later on in the play. Chaos
rules the unnatural.
As well, King Lear makes another devastating mistake which affects his
relationship with his daughters by asking them to tell him how much they love
him in order that he may divide his kingdom according to the strength of their
love. Cordelia, the youngest daughter, states that she loves her father
"according to her bond" (p.4). She is saying that she loves him as much as any
child could love a father. On the other hand, Goneril a.... |
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