Henri V by William Shakespeare
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| Author | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 |
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| Translator | Guizot, François, 1787-1874 |
| Title | Henri V |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Henri V" by William Shakespeare is a historical play written in the late 16th century. The narrative centers around King Henry V of England and his campaign against France, primarily focusing on themes of kingship, honor, and the burdens of leadership during war. The play portrays Henry's evolution into a competent and inspiring leader as he faces both military challenges and personal dilemmas. The opening of "Henri V" establishes the backdrop of the political tensions between England and France. In the first scene, the Archbishop of Canterbury discusses a bill that poses a threat to the Church's powers, revealing the intricate political maneuvering of the time. This conversation transitions to the King’s intentions for asserting his claim to the French throne, reflecting the urgency of the impending conflict. The scene sets up the historical context and prepares the audience for the unfolding drama of war, loyalty, and treachery among both the English and French nobility, foreshadowing the trials that Henry and his supporters will face as the play unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| 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. | 26762 |
| Release Date | Oct 3, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 61 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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