The Chronicle History of King Leir: The Original of Shakespeare's King Lear is a book written by Sidney Lee in 1909. This book is a historical account of the life of King Leir, the legendary king of Britain who lived in the 8th century. The story of King Leir is the basis for William Shakespeare's famous play, King Lear. The book chronicles King Leir's reign, his family, and his eventual downfall. It tells the story of how King Leir divided his kingdom...
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