The Yale Shakespeare: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second, Ed. by L.M. Buell - William Shakespeare
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The Yale Shakespeare: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second, Ed. by L.M. Buell

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Nabu Press
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9781146054195
William Shakespeare's King Richard The Second opens with a kingdom on the brink, as accusations of treason and murder ignite a bitter dispute between Henry Bolingbroke and Thomas Mowbray, forcing King Richard II to intervene. Richard, who firmly believes in his divine right to rule, governs with an arbitrary hand, making decisions that alienate his nobles and lead to widespread discontent. His actions, including the seizure of ancestral lands, spark a direct challenge to his authority.

This play delves into the nature of power, the fragile legitimacy of kingship, and the profound personal cost when a monarch's identity is stripped away. As the conflict intensifies, the very foundation of royal authority is questioned, leading to a dramatic exploration of loyalty, ambition, and the consequences of a ruler's misjudgments.

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King Richard The Second Publicado originalmente en 1797
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Inglés
Editorial original CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

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