King Henry IV, the First Part by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Title King Henry IV, the First Part
Note Reading ease score: 90.9 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits the PG Shakespeare Team, a team of about twenty Project Gutenberg volunteers.
Summary "King Henry IV, the First Part" by William Shakespeare is a historical play written during the late 16th century. The narrative follows the political and personal struggles of King Henry IV and his son, Prince Henry (also known as Hal) as they navigate through issues of honor, rebellion, and the complexities of father-son relationships, amidst the backdrop of the civil unrest in England. The opening of the play sets the stage for the conflicts that will unfold. It begins with King Henry discussing the need for peace after a period of civil war, yet he is soon faced with troubling news regarding the noble Mortimer's defeat and the threat posed by Hotspur, a rival nobleman. Prince Henry is introduced in a tavern scene where he engages in witty banter with Sir John Falstaff and his companions, revealing his carefree attitude that contrasts sharply with the seriousness of his royal responsibilities. The duality of Henry's life—between the frivolity of tavern life and the weight of his destiny as heir to the throne—sets up the central themes of the play, including honor, loyalty, and the quest for identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Henry IV, King of England, 1367-1413 -- Drama
Subject Historical drama
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Henry IV, 1399-1413 -- Drama
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EBook-No. 1516
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 18, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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