Henry IV, Part II (Magill Book Reviews)
At a glance:
- Author: William Shakespeare
- First Published: 1600
- Type of Work: Historical Drama
- Genres: Drama, History play
- Subjects: France or French people, England or English people, War, Death or dying, Kings, queens, or royalty, Fifteenth century, Soldiers, Battles, Knights or knighthood, Heads of state, Princes or princesses
- Locales: England
Following the royal victory at Shrewsbury, there remain two determined opposing forces under the leadership of the Earl of Northumberland and the Archbishop of York, respectively. Prince John cleverly, if ruthlessly, brings the latter’s forces to bay before they can unite with Northumberland’s, and the realm is secured.
Meanwhile the king’s concern over the moral character of young Henry continues, as the heir still consorts with the pleasure-loving Falstaff and his tavern friends. Contrary to the expectations of father and brothers, however, Prince Henry demonstrates,...
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