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by William Shakespeare

The story of King Lear and his three daughters existed in some form up to four centuries before Shakespeare recorded his vision. Lear was a British King who reigned before the birth of Christ, allowing Shakespeare to place his play in a Pagan setting. Predated by references in British mythology to…

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Posted By kate f #143121 at Jun 21, 2010 12:46 PM

Justice vs Mercy in King Lear

Hi Everyone, I am struggling to write an essay on why Justice is a key requirement in society and could use all the help I can get!!! Does anyone have any ideas, especially how this relates to King Lear?

THANKS!!!

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Posted By chip m #56541 at Mar 30, 2008 10:58 AM

ILC English

Hello, i was just wondering any1 was doing ILC English and would like to share answers on some key questions. 

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Posted By valerie s #220613 at Dec 14, 2011 11:38 PM

When does Lear become both sympathetic and heroic?

I know it's during the storm in Scene 2 but I'm not sure of what part exactly. (line to line)

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Posted By nabilah t #220373 at Dec 14, 2011 4:35 AM

Edmund as a villan

1. explain 'woe that too late '
2.why does lear call himself a dragon
3. explain 'time will unfold
4. Cordelia an unfortunate tragic character.
5. what makes lear understand his mistake and repent

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