King Henry VI, the first part by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Title King Henry VI, the first part
Note Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits the PG Shakespeare Team, a team of about twenty Project Gutenberg volunteers
Summary "King Henry VI, the First Part" by William Shakespeare is a historical play written during the late 16th century. The story explores the tumultuous period during King Henry VI’s reign, focusing on themes of power struggle, national identity, and the impact of war. The play features several key characters, including King Henry VI, the ambitious Duke of Gloucester, and the formidable Joan of Arc, illustrating the complexities of loyalty and betrayal in the backdrop of the Hundred Years' War. The opening of the play presents a funeral procession for King Henry V, highlighting the atmosphere of mourning and the uncertainty surrounding England’s future. Key figures, including the Duke of Bedford and the Duke of Gloucester, lament Henry V's passing and express their fears about the impending chaos in England, compounded by the loss of territories in France. A messenger arrives with news of further military setbacks, revealing internal strife among the English leaders, which stokes their fears. This introductory portion sets the stage for the ensuing conflicts, both on the battlefield and within the court, as ambitions clash, foreshadowing the historical and personal dramas to unfold throughout the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Henry VI, King of England, 1421-1471 -- Drama
Subject Great Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Drama
Subject Historical drama
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Henry VI, 1422-1461 -- Drama
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EBook-No. 1500
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 29, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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