King Henry V by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Title King Henry V
Note Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Note There are improved editions of this title. See eBook #100 (the Complete Shakespeare) as well as #1521 (this specific play).
Summary "King Henry V" by William Shakespeare is a historical play written in the late 16th century. The play follows the remarkable journey of King Henry V as he rises from a wayward youth to a noble and determined leader, leading England into battle against France during the Hundred Years' War. This work explores themes of leadership, honor, and the burdens of kingship, centering on Henry's struggle as he grapples with the responsibilities of power and the cost of war. The opening portion of "King Henry V" introduces the audience to the context of the play through a prologue delivered by the Chorus, who invokes the Muses to inspire the imagination as the story of Henry unfolds. The scene then transitions to the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Bishop of Ely discussing a bill that could threaten the Church’s wealth, hinting at political tensions and the stakes involved in Henry’s claim to the French throne. As the action progresses, King Henry gathers his council, demanding clarity on his claims to France, and the stakes of war are laid bare as he prepares to assert his right, highlighting the complexities of his character and the impending conflict. This sets the stage for the themes of ambition and national pride that will play out across the rest of the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Henry V, King of England, 1387-1422 -- Drama
Subject Great Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Drama
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Henry V, 1413-1422 -- Drama
Subject Historical drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 1784
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 23, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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