Shakespeare's Cordelia, A Daughter Who Was True

by George William Gerwig

Book Overview

Shakespeare's Cordelia, A Daughter Who Was True by George William Gerwig is a literary analysis of the character Cordelia from William Shakespeare's play King Lear. The book delves into Cordelia's portrayal as a loyal and virtuous daughter who refuses to flatter her father's ego and instead speaks the truth. Gerwig examines Cordelia's actions and motivations throughout the play, as well as her role in the tragic events that unfold. The book also discusses the historical and cultural context of King Lear and the character of Cordelia, as well as the significance of her character in Shakespearean literature. Overall, Shakespeare's Cordelia, A Daughter Who Was True offers a thorough and insightful analysis of one of Shakespeare's most beloved characters.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Shakespeare�������s Ideals of Womanhood, by George William Gerwig. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595315.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162814268
• ISBN13: 9781162814261
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 18 Pages
• Weight: 0.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"