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Overview of King Lear by Sha S is a document available to read on EtoBox.

The document provides background on William Shakespeare and an overview of his tragic play King Lear. It summarizes the plot, including how Lear decides to divide his kingdom between his daughters, which leads to his downfall as his two deceitful daughters betray him while the loyal daughter he disowns tries to help him. It also lists and describes the main characters. The reason Lear is the protagonist is explained as his lack of self-knowledge causing the tragic events after he demands public declarations

Author

Sha S

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EN