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King Henry IV Part 1

Third Series
By William Shakespeare
Series: The Arden Shakespeare Third Series
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King Henry IV Part 1 by William Shakespeare is a historical play that follows the turmoil faced by King Henry IV as he struggles to maintain his throne amidst rebellion. The story also delves into the life of his son, Prince Hal, who is torn between his princely duties and his fondness for the tavern humor and companionship of Sir John Falstaff. Tensions rise as the prince must ultimately choose between his carefree past and his responsibilities as the heir to the throne.
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You might enjoy this classic play if you have an interest in English history or a love for rich character development. It skilfully combines political intrigue with the coming-of-age journey of Prince Hal, making it both engaging and timeless. Ideal for those appreciating Shakespearean drama complete with wit, conflict, and redemption.

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King Henry IV Part 1

David Scott Kastan's lucid exploration of the remarkable richness and ambitious design of "King Henry IV Part I" reveals the play to be almost a treatise on the central relationship between value and political authority.

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David Scott Kastan lucidly explores the remarkable richness and the ambitious design of King Henry IV Part 1 and shows how these complicate any easy sense of what kind of play it is. Conventionally regarded as a history play, much of it is in fact conspicuously invented fiction, and Kastan argues that the non-historical, comic plot does not simply parody the historical action but by its existence raises questions about the very nature of history. The full and engaging introduction devotes extensive discussion to the play's language, indicating how its insistent economic vocabulary provides texture for the social concerns of the play and focuses attention on the central relationship between value and political authority.

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Shakespeare's King Henry IV Part 1 is celebrated for its rich and expansive narrative that captures the complexity of political upheaval and personal transformation. Critics praise its depiction of a usurper king, a rebellious era, and the dynamics between a wayward prince and the iconic Falstaff. The play's intricate portrayal of societal issues and personal vice adds to its enduring appeal, marking it as a masterful work of dramatic literature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781904271352

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 November 2002

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: The Arden Shakespeare

Contributors:

  • Edited by David Scott Kastan
  • Edited by David Scott Kastan
  • Edited by David Scott Kastan

Audience: Primary and secondary education, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 142.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 438g

Pages: 416

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Children’s, Teenage and Educational Education & Reference Non-Fiction Series: The Arden Shakespeare Third Series William Shakespeare

About the Author

William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was an English dramatist, poet, and actor, generally regarded as the greatest playwright of all time. David Scott Kastan is the George M. Bodman Professor of English at Yale University, USA.

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