King Richard III

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King Richard III

by William Shakespeare

EN·~3 hours

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Description

In a war‑torn England where power shifts like the tide, a striking figure steps forward: Richard, the Duke of Gloucester. He opens with a bitter soliloquy that reveals his physical deformity and a restless mind bent on seizing the throne. His sharp wit and self‑aware villainy set a dark, compelling tone, inviting listeners to hear the inner calculations of a man who feels society has marked him as an outsider.

The drama quickly spirals into a web of intrigue as Richard plots against his own brother Clarence and the reigning king. Whispered prophecies, forged loyalties, and secret schemes drive the action forward, painting a vivid portrait of ambition and betrayal. As alliances crumble and suspicions rise, the audience is drawn into a tense chess game where every move could change the fate of a kingdom.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (175K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

the PG Shakespeare Team, a team of about twenty Project Gutenberg volunteers

Release date

1998-10-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare

1564–1616

Often called the greatest writer in the English language, this English playwright and poet created dramas and verses that still feel alive on the page and stage. His stories of ambition, love, jealousy, power, and loss continue to speak to readers centuries later.

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