2023 Shakespeare Complete works challenge

#2 - King Lear -

Read 1/2/23 - 1/7/23

Rating: 3 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Interesting that this is based on a true story in British monarchical history. Maybe a couple lessons to be learned are to be careful about who you should trust and to be sure your affairs are in order before you’re too old.

I listened to an audio recording and read this play. I'm stilled learning to understand Shakespeare and his work. Really enjoyable and the author has a extensive cast of characters in this one. I'm getting the feel that Shakespeare's plays were not solely written as entertainment.
7-31-2024
Listened to the audio performed by the Argo Classics-the Marlowe Professional Players. In this version there was some singing and the sound of the wind whipping it felt like a true tempest. The best way for my to appreciate the work, other than a live performance is to read along with the audio version.

King Lear divides his kingdom among his three daughters based on their love for him. When his youngest daughter, refuses to flatter him, he disowns her, leading to betrayal and tragedy.

I really enjoyed King Lear.
I re read this as an adult and I think I was able to appreciate it a lot more.
Lear’s love for his daughters, though misguided, feels so relatable... Lets get real, I have two little boys and I can totally understand his desperate desire for love and validation from his kids.
I mean its totally not healthy, but I get it. Nothing cuts deeper than your three year old telling you they don't like you.
A very real reminder that our decisions as parents can have far-reaching effects.