The Signet Classics edition of one of William Shakespearersquo;s greatest tragedies.Full of cruelty and betrayal; King Lear is the timeless and timely story of a kingdom held in the thrall of an aging rulerrsquo;s descent into madness. Desperate for praise; he banishes those who would guide him with honesty and surrounds himself with sycophantsmdash;an action which leads to his ultimately tragic downfall...This revised Signet Classics edition includes unique features such as: bull; An overview of Shakespeares life; world; and theater bull; A special introduction to the play by the editor; Russell Fraserbull; Selections from Raphael Holinsheds Chronicles of England; Scotland; and Ireland; Sir Philip Sidneys Arcadia; and The True Chronicle History of King Lear; the sources from which Shakespeare derived King Lear bull; Dramatic criticism from Samuel Johnson; A. C. Bradley; John Russell Brown; and others bull; A comprehensive stage and screen history of notable actors; directors; and productions bull; Text; notes; and commentaries printed in the clearest; most readable text bull; And more...
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. truly an autobiography--about eric sykesBy James LaMarEric Sykes tells a lot about himself. but very little about other people. I bought the book because people had called him the grand old master of British comedy writing. His humor is OK. but not much elicited more than a fleeting smile with me.The best part about his book. as it is. is the part when he tells about his physical ailments and how he overcame. or tried to overcome. them. As I am entering my 60s. I found this section very informative and encouraging.I found the book Terry-Thomas wrote much more informative and interesting.My copy has been donated to the local public library.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Eric you where a GEM!!By lindsay devereuxFabulous Autobiography by Eric Sykes. British comedy legend!A much loved comedian and comedy writer well known and loved by all British and Australian audiences.Great book of Erics life as script writer to all the marvelous British TV and Movie star comedians.Apppeared in his own comedy TV show in UK and Australia for many years.If you like autobiographies and have a special interest in the entertainment industry buy this book.Want a taste. have a look at THE PLANK on DVD!Highly recommended.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A great manBy LiliMr Sykes was a great personality and from his book I deduce that he was a very good man.Towards the end. all the names get a bit much. but if you like Britain. Mr Sykes and his way of Comedy. you wll find a Story of 60 years British TV and Comedy.
