Edmund in King Lear | Mind Map for Leaving Cert English

In this video, Paul McCormack breaks down everything you need to know about Edmund, one of the most complex characters in Shakespeare’s King Lear, using a detailed mind map. We explore Edmund’s motivations, relationships with other characters, his role as a villain, and key moments that define his character arc. This visual guide will help you master Edmund’s character for the Leaving Cert English exam.

Overview of themes like corruption, loyalty, and appearance vs. reality: 00:00:03

Exploring Edmund's Machiavellian ambition and motivations: 00:02:09

Role of Edmund in Act 1, Scene 2: 00:06:56

Edmund’s eloquence and his resentment of societal norms: 00:07:58

Manipulation of Gloucester: 00:11:38

Edmund’s justification for his actions as necessary for survival: 00:14:17

Edmund’s strategies to climb the social hierarchy: 00:20:04

Betraying his father and orchestrating Gloucester's downfall: 00:21:38

Edmund’s manipulation of both sisters for power: 00:23:10

Final Downfall and Redemption: 00:29:55

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