King Lear Summary Explained Act by Act

In today's video, we are discussing the Tragedy of King Lear which was written in 1605 or 1606 by William Shakespeare.
King Lear play was derived from the legend of Leir of Britain, a mythological pre Roman Celtic King.
We are providing a detailed character chart of King Lear along with the summary.
King Lear, the old King of Britain is in the verge of retirement. He decides to divide his kingdom between his 3 daughters: Goneril, Regan and Cordelia based on their declaration of love for him.
King Lear's ego equates flattery with love which brings his downfall. The Earl of Gloucester also misjudges his right child like King Lear. William Shakespeare shows that ego is the biggest hamartia of King Lear.
After discussing all the important characters of King Lear, we discuss the King Lear summary act by act. King Lear analysis will help you understand what brings the tragedy of King Lear.

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