1. The Irony of Kingship - Edward II Character
... his position. The king's adherence to pleasure principle is further reinstated by Gaveston, "Musicians, that with the touching of a string may draw the pliant king, which way I please: Music and poetry is his delight." Gaveston knowing the king perfectly well, plots as soon as he receives the letter, how he would manipulate the gullible king to gain his favour. Gaveston ... ...
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