William Shakespeare - Richard II: “I wasted time, and now doth time waste me."
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Format
Paperback
Pages
128
Language
English
Published
May 26, 2016
Publisher
Scribe Publishing
ISBN-10
178543599X
ISBN-13
9781785435997
Description
In a royal tale of ambition, betrayal, and the fragility of power, the story unfolds with King Richard II finding himself increasingly isolated as his reign begins to falter. Shakespeare weaves a poignant narrative that explores the consequences of pride and the inevitability of time's passage. Richard's introspection reveals the weight of his decisions, as he grapples with the disintegration of his authority and the encroaching threat of rebellion from those he once considered loyal.
As the plot thickens, themes of identity and the divine right of kings intertwine, ultimately questioning the essence of leadership in the face of change. Richly layered with poetic language and emotional depth, the political drama resonates through the centuries, illuminating the tragic flaws that lead to Richard's downfall. Shakespeare's masterful exploration of human frailty offers a timeless reflection on the nature of power and the inexorable flow of time, leaving readers to ponder the true cost of ambition.
As the plot thickens, themes of identity and the divine right of kings intertwine, ultimately questioning the essence of leadership in the face of change. Richly layered with poetic language and emotional depth, the political drama resonates through the centuries, illuminating the tragic flaws that lead to Richard's downfall. Shakespeare's masterful exploration of human frailty offers a timeless reflection on the nature of power and the inexorable flow of time, leaving readers to ponder the true cost of ambition.
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