Books with title William Shakespeare - Henry IV, Part 1

Painting an outline of Shakespeare's life within the contemporary political and social scene, this book also introduces his work in the context of the theater of his day. A lively yet authoritative text, supported by carefully chosen pictorial and literary evidence, makes this book the ideal companion for young students of Britain's master dramatist and poet.

How is this book unique? Font adjustments & biography included Unabridged (100% Original content) Illustrated About Henry IV, Part II by William Shakespeare Henry IV, Part II is a history play by William Shakespeare, believed written between 1596 and 1599. It is the third part of a tetralogy, preceded by Richard II and Henry IV, Part 1 and succeeded by Henry V. The play is often seen as an extension of aspects of Henry IV, Part 1, rather than a straightforward continuation of the historical narrative, placing more emphasis on the highly popular character of Falstaff and introducing other comic figures as part of his entourage, including Ancient Pistol, Doll Tearsheet and Justice Robert Shallow. Several scenes specifically parallel episodes in Part 1. The play picks up where Henry IV, Part One left off. Its focus is on Prince Hal's journey toward kingship, and his ultimate rejection of Falstaff. However, unlike Part One, Hal's and Falstaff's stories are almost entirely separate, as the two characters meet only twice and very briefly. The tone of much of the play is elegiac, focusing on Falstaff's age and his closeness to death, which parallels that of the increasingly sick king.