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Overview"""The Tragedy of King Richard the Third"" by William Shakespeare is a gripping historical drama that follows the ruthless rise and tragic fall of Richard III, the last Plantagenet king of England. Set during the Wars of the Roses, the play explores themes of power, manipulation, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. At the heart of the story is Richard, Duke of Gloucester, who schemes and murders his way to the throne after the end of the long civil war between the houses of York and Lancaster. Richard is portrayed as a master manipulator, using deceit, intimidation, and violence to eliminate anyone who stands in his path to power. Throughout the play, Richard's actions are driven by his insatiable desire for the crown and his belief in his own superiority. He is willing to betray even his closest allies and family members to achieve his goals, including orchestrating the deaths of his nephews, the young princes in the Tower." Full Product DetailsAuthor: William Aldis WrightPublisher: Culturea Imprint: Culturea Dimensions: Width: 18.90cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 24.60cm Weight: 0.803kg ISBN: 9791041995592Pages: 454 Publication Date: 02 April 2024 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |