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By close analysis of the language used in this extract, discuss Shakespeare’s portrayal of Goneril, Lear and the Fool
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King Lear Essay By close analysis of the language used in this extract, discuss Shakespeare's portrayal of Goneril, Lear and the Fool Goneril begins her speech with an insult towards her father, claiming that his nights and squires are acting like his Fool, it is evident in this passage that Goneril thinks her father is as silly as his Fool, as he is senile. She makes a snatch at him with her first lines '...but other of your insolent retinue' Seeing what her father has become out of senility, she lashes out at him. It is interesting that Shakespeare may use these words to start Goneril's speech, insolent to mean rude and audacious, Shakespeare uses this language to instil in the reader the manner in which Lear and his men now lead their lives. Shakespeare makes it clear that Goneril, now one half the monarchy of Britain may have ultimate power over her...
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