King Lear A Shakespeare Story
By Andrew Matthews
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King Lear, a foolish and bad-tempered king, decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters. He disowns his honest youngest daughter, Cordelia, and entrusts his realm to his two wicked daughters. As the kingdom descends into chaos and betrayal, Lear's humiliation drives him to madness. Will he realise his mistakes before it's too late? This retelling brings Shakespeare's classic tragedy to life with accessible language and engaging illustrations.
About the author
Andrew Matthews is a popular author and illustrator from the UK, well known for retelling classic stories like 'Hamlet' and 'Macbeth' in a fun and easy way for children. He enjoys making reading exciting and accessible for everyone. Andrew’s books help young readers enjoy famous tales from history and literature.
Pages
63 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2010
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