| Author |
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 |
| Title |
King Henry IV, Part 1
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| Note |
There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #100
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 90.9 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Summary |
"King Henry IV, Part 1" by William Shakespeare is a historical play written during the late 16th century. This work explores themes of honor, loyalty, and the complexities of power through the lives and struggles of the English nobility. The storyline primarily revolves around the characters of King Henry IV, his son Prince Hal, and the valiant Hotspur, entangled in a web of political intrigue and personal ambition amidst the backdrop of civil conflict. At the start of the play, we meet King Henry IV and his lords discussing the troubling state of the kingdom, particularly the rebellion led by Henry Percy, known as Hotspur. Through their dialogue, we learn of recent military conflicts and the capture of the noble Mortimer by Owen Glendower. Meanwhile, we are introduced to Prince Hal, who is seen joking and plotting with Sir John Falstaff and his companions in a tavern, contrasting his father's serious concerns. This opening portion lays the groundwork for the impending confrontations and character dynamics that will further unfold as the story progresses, setting the stage for themes of honor and the clash between the responsibilities of royalty and the temptations of youthful indulgence. (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. |
1780 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 1999 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 23, 2019 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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