<p>In 'King Lear,' Shakespeare weaves a potent tale of power, betrayal, and madness. Written between 1603 and 1606, this tragic drama unfolds through a rich linguistic tapestry emblematic of the Elizabethan era, with Shakespeare employing a profound command of blank verse and eloquent soliloquies that add depth to the complex characters and the bleak moral landscape they inhabit. Drawing on the ancient legend of Leir of Britain, the play was revi...