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Is King Lear really “a man more sinned against than sinning”?
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Selected thesis
King Lear is "a man more sinned against than sinning."
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1
Goneril and Regan mistreat and betray their father.
Pro claim 2
King Lear endures extreme suffering due to his poor, but not wicked judgment.
Con claim 1
Lear's actions lead to chaos and instability in his kingdom.
Con claim 2
Innocent characters ultimately bear the consequences of King Lear's pride.