Henri VIII by William Shakespeare
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| Author | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 |
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| Translator | Guizot, François, 1787-1874 |
| Title | Henri VIII |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_VIII_(play) |
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| Summary | "Henri VIII" by William Shakespeare is a historical tragedy written in the early 17th century. This play explores the complex reign of King Henry VIII, focusing on key figures such as Cardinal Wolsey, Queen Catherine of Aragon, and Anne Boleyn amidst the backdrop of political intrigue, personal ambition, and the quest for love and power. The themes of betrayal, loyalty, and the consequences of personal desires versus public duty permeate the narrative. At the start of "Henri VIII," the audience is introduced to a world of political maneuvering as lords converse about the recent events surrounding the king and his court. The character of Cardinal Wolsey emerges as a central figure, commanding respect and authority, while the discontent among the nobles hints at a brewing conflict. The tensions between Buckingham and Wolsey illustrate the political rivalries that define the era. As whispers of scandal and ambition fill the air, the seeds of tragedy are planted, foreshadowing the dramatic events that will unfold as the king's personal and political life collide, leading to divine consequences that alter the course of history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Drama |
| Subject | Henry, VIII, King of England, 1491-1547 -- Drama |
| Subject | Historical drama |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Henry VIII, 1509-1547 -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26766 |
| Release Date | Oct 3, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 75 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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