In a novel such as “King Lear” one of its major themes is sacrifice. In this novel we can interpret how the youngest of King Lear’s daughters, Cordelia, sacrifices her love and affection for her family by not telling her father what he wants to hear from her. Cordelia lost her father’s love and her family, which were probably the most important in her life, because she answered her father with honesty. This sacrifice by Cordelia illuminates her values by showing honesty, courage, and no selfishness…
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