One of Shakespeare's lesser-known works, King Richard the Second tells the story of the fall of a monarch. As Richard struggles to maintain his grip on the throne, his enemies begin to close in around him, leading to a dramatic and tragic conclusion. Full of rich language and complex characters, this play is a must-read for fans of Shakespearean drama.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.