Richard III
- First published 1871
- 240 pages
- English
- Classic
In a fractured England weary from the Wars of the Roses, Richard, Duke of Gloucester, declares his intention to seize the throne, embracing a path of villainy. Deformed in body and consumed by ambition, he orchestrates a calculated campaign of manipulation, betrayal, and murder against his own family and all who stand in his way. Through cunning rhetoric and ruthless action, Richard navigates a treacherous court, eliminating rivals to ascend to power.
This historical tragedy delves into the psychological depths of a man driven by an insatiable hunger for control, exploring how unchecked ambition corrupts and what it costs to gain a crown. It presents a study of charisma used for destructive ends and the ultimate consequences of tyranny on both a kingdom and the individual who wields it.
This historical tragedy delves into the psychological depths of a man driven by an insatiable hunger for control, exploring how unchecked ambition corrupts and what it costs to gain a crown. It presents a study of charisma used for destructive ends and the ultimate consequences of tyranny on both a kingdom and the individual who wields it.
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Details & editions
- This edition
- Arcturus, 2025
- ISBN
- 9781398854147
- Language
- English
Original edition The Tragedy of King Richard III Originally published in 1871 · English









