This document provides a summary of Shakespeare's play King Lear in 3 sections. It begins with background on the story and Shakespeare's sources. It then examines themes in the play around nature, order vs chaos, and the question of whether suffering can be redeemed. Finally, it analyzes psychological levels of characters, the roles of good and evil, and how chaos results from division but love can create meaning. The play is seen to illustrate that while the universe may be uncaring, human virtue, loyalty, and love can make life meaningful.