Dunbar

In this reimagining of Shakespeare's King Lear, acclaimed author Edward St Aubyn explores themes of family, power, and forgiveness through the story of Henry Dunbar, a former media mogul descending into vulnerability and chaos. As Dunbar contemplates escape from his rural sanatorium, his family’s pursuit reveals complex dynamics and hidden tensions. This compelling novel offers a modern and incisive take on a timeless tragedy, examining the struggles of family loyalty and the corrosive effects of wealth and authority.