Throughout the tragedy of King Leer Shakespeare uses loyalty as a key theme. Loyalty surpasses other important themes as the most critical aspect of each character. Yet, each individual exhibit loyalty in a different way. King Leer disowns Cordelia, but she remains loyal to her father in his time of need. Kent displays total loyalty to both his King and Cordelia and his exiled because of it. Edgar’s father believes that he is a traitor, yet he remains loyal and cares for his blinded father. The repeated theme of loyalty drives the development of the plot. I argue that loyalty is the most important aspect of the tragedy. By standing up to her father’s demand for love, Cordelia reveals her loyalty for the first time. King Leer demands that
