Shakespeare Today: King Lear - Theme of Gender

The video explores the theme of gender roles in Shakespeare's King Lear. It discusses how the play reflects and challenges the patriarchal society of Shakespeare's time. Lear's failure to maintain masculine authority and the rebellion of Goneril and Regan against gender norms lead to chaos. Shakespeare also subverts traditional gender roles through Cordelia's character, highlighting the complexity of gender dynamics.

In what ways does Shakespeare challenge patriarchal attitudes through the actions of Goneril and Regan?

How does Shakespeare use the character of Edmund to explore themes of power and gender?

How does the theme of chaos relate to the transgression of gender roles in King Lear?

What does Lear's violent language towards Goneril reveal about his attitudes towards women?