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"I am a man more sinned against than sinning": III
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... "I am a man more sinned against than sinning": III.2.59-60 How far do you agree with King Lear's statement? King Lear is undoubtedly an extremely complex character, neither all good nor all bad. From the beginning of the play, it is not difficult for the audience to identify his severe misjudgement. King Lear has decided to retire and to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, with his intention being to prevent future conflict. The decision seems rather unwise, as it could quite easily invite war between the heirs to the throne. A Shakespearean audience would immediately recognize this having been on the verge of Civil war following the death of Queen Elizabeth I. It could be said therefore, that Lear is not more sinned against than sinning, because his rash resolution is followed with unnecessary death and sheer anarchy. This is not King Lear's only error. As a ruler, he has several
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