King Lear
William Shakespeare · 1608 · Fiction
Full text · 5 chaptersNarrated in your voice
What it's about
An old king divides his kingdom among the daughters who flatter him and banishes the one who will not, then is turned out into a storm by the two he trusted. Alongside, the Earl of Gloucester is deceived by one son and loses his sight. Shakespeare's bleakest tragedy, about age, loyalty and family.
Reading plan
Pick a finish date and Genius lays out the days — the plan shows today's target and keeps you honest.
Read together
Start a circle and share the code — everyone sees everyone's honest place in the book. Accountability, not leaderboards.
Who it's for
- Readers ready for Shakespeare at his most demanding - Anyone thinking about parents, children and inheritance - Theatregoers who want to read before they watch
What’s inside
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