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New Pencils post - Lear's Last Speech

Hi all-

I've posted another Pencils essay. This one is my take on my favorite Shakespearean tragedy, KING LEAR. I think it has something to tell us today.... 

Here's the link:

https://www.hughmoffatt.com/21-lear-s-last-speech

Enjoy!

-Hugh

10/22/2025

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