Shakespeare's King Lear

King Lear is one of William Shakespeare's most famous tragedies, exploring themes of power, family loyalty, betrayal, madness, and the nature of justice. The story revolves around King Lear, an aging monarch who decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters based on their declarations of love for him. When his youngest daughter, Cordelia, refuses to flatter him excessively, Lear disowns her, leading to a tragic chain of events.