In the play "The Tragedy of King Richard the Second" Shakespeare portrayed two different personalities. One was of a man a true politician, who was kind and just, never letting those around him misguide him. He would listen to every side there was of a story and even though those around him gave their opinions, he only considered those that were fair. He was a people person, so to speak, and a good king. The …showed first 75 words of 652 total…

…showed last 75 words of 652 total…direct order he could easily wash his hands of the whole matter and accept the crown solemnly. Shakespeare showed us the difference Between a man who use his head to get what he wanted accomplished and a man who thought just having the title was enough to rule the country. In a way this play shows us that those who have to work for something appreciates it more than if it were handed to them.