Richard III

The play chronicles the Machiavellian ascent of King Richard III, starting with his brother Edward IV's rise to the throne. Richard, initially known as Gloucester, employs cunning and ruthless tactics to eliminate his rivals and seize power. His reign, however, is brief, culminating in his defeat at the Battle of Bosworth Field, symbolizing the end of the Middle Ages in England. Shakespeare's portrayal presents Richard as an amoral anti-hero, offering a complex view through his engaging soliloquies. This edition features annotations and an introduction for deeper insight.