Greer (1986) reminds us that Shakespeare uses the word "nature" often, but rarely with the same meaning. ... He does not feel that the gods are necessary to explain Edmund's treason or Cornwall's brutality. ... He thinks that there is a natural ebb and flow in human fortunes, meaning that even the worst situation can become better (Greer, 1986). ...
Sight links to Gloucester's eyes being plucked out by Cornwall under Gonerill and Regan's requests when he is falsely accused of treason. ... Gloucester says "I have no way, and therefore want no eyes: I stumbled when I saw" meaning when he had eyes, he faltered through life. ...
Astrology, mythology, nature and science all find their way into William Shakespeare's plays. Astrological imagery and references about the power of nature are prevalent throughout King Lear. Shakespeare divined planetary prophesy and natural catastrophic events and otherworldly metaphors extensivel...
