King Lear-Theme

Throughout the play King Lear, the theme that was well expressed was that of fidelity. It was evident in different relationships such as Kent with King Lear, Cordelia with King Lear, and Edgar with Gloucester. In the beginning of the play, the Earl of Kent is banished from thr kingdom by King Lear due to the fact that he is asking him to think twice about banishing his youngest and most favourite daughter, Cordelia. If …

…save Gloucester, a truly unselfish deed on his behalf. No matter the circumstance, Edgar was always there when his father needed him; that shows an incredible sense of dedication. As one cansee through the realtionship between Kent and KIng Lear, Cordelia with KIng Lear, and the loyalty that Edgar has toward Gloucester; one can see that there is a strong bond between them. Thus, the theme of fidelity is evident throughout the play King Lear.