| Author |
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 |
| Title |
King Henry IV, the Second Part
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Note |
There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #100
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| Credits |
the PG Shakespeare Team, a team of about twenty Project Gutenberg volunteers.
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| Summary |
"King Henry IV, the Second Part" by William Shakespeare is a historical play written in the late 16th century. The work continues the story of King Henry IV and his son, Prince Hal, focusing on themes of power, honor, and the complexities of leadership amidst rebellion and war. The characters set against this backdrop include the dissolute knight Falstaff, the ambitious Prince Henry, and various noblemen engaged in political machinations. The opening of the play introduces Rumour, a character who personifies the spread of news and misinformation, setting the stage for the tumultuous events to unfold. We quickly learn about the aftermath of the Battle of Shrewsbury, where Prince Hal has seemingly triumphed over Hotspur, but uncertainty remains about the fate of various characters. As the narrative progresses, we see interactions among nobility, where concerns about rebellion and loyalty arise. Notable is Falstaff's comedic yet shrewd character as he navigates his relationships, hinting at the play's blend of humor and serious political themes. Overall, the opening lays a rich groundwork for the exploration of honor, friendship, and the burdens of kingship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Henry IV, King of England, 1367-1413 -- Drama
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| Subject |
Historical drama
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- Henry IV, 1399-1413 -- Drama
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1518 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 1998 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 18, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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