King Richard III: Play Guide and Free Edition
King Richard III: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
King Richard III is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Shakespeare, William (1564–1616).
Catalogue synopsis
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"King Richard III" by William Shakespeare is a play written c. 1592–1594 that depicts the ruthless rise to power of Richard of Gloucester. Determined to seize the throne despite being unloved and physically deformed, Richard manipulates, deceives, and murders his way through the English court. He eliminates rivals, woos enemies, and betrays allies in his Machiavellian quest for the crown. This dark tale of ambition and villainy culminates in a final reckoning at Bosworth Field, where Richard's past victims return to haunt him.
Book and edition facts
- Title: King Richard III
- Author credits: Shakespeare, William (1564–1616)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Great Britain -- History -- Richard III, 1483-1485 -- Drama
- Great Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Drama
- Historical drama
- Richard III, King of England, 1452-1485 -- Drama
- Tragedies (Drama)
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Classics of Literature
- Category: History - British
- Category: History - Royalty
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
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