The True Chronicle History of King Leir: And His Three Daughters, Gonorill, Ragan, and Cordella (1907) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169683334)

""The True Chronicle History Of King Leir: And His Three Daughters, Gonorill, Ragan, And Cordella"" is a play written by John Wright in 1907. The play is based on the story of King Lear, a legendary king of Britain who had three daughters. The play follows the story of King Leir, who decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, Gonorill, Ragan, and Cordella. However, he soon realizes that his decision was a mistake when his two elder daughters betray him and Cordella, his youngest daughter, is forced to flee the kingdom. The play explores themes of betrayal, loyalty, and family dynamics, and is a classic example of Elizabethan drama. This edition of the play includes an introduction by the editor, providing historical context and analysis of the play's themes and literary significance.As It Hath Been Diverse And Sundry Times Lately Acted.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Wright
ISBN-10: 1169683339
ISBN-13: 9781169683334
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 82
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.07lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d