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King Lear

By Gemma Barder

Adjectives

tragic dramatic intense

Genres

Classics Friendship/Family

Synopsis

King Lear, an ageing monarch, decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, demanding they express their love for him first. While Goneril and Regan offer grand declarations, Cordelia remains honest and reserved, leading Lear to disown her. This decision sets off a chain of events filled with betrayal, madness, and tragedy. Will Lear realise his mistake before it's too late?

About the author

Gemma Barder is a British author who loves writing exciting and imaginative stories for children. She has written many books, including adaptations of classic tales like 'The Secret Garden.' Gemma enjoys creating characters and adventures that inspire young readers to explore new worlds through reading.

Pages

96 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2024

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