Henry IV, Part I

Henry IV, Part I

Dover Thrift Editions
by William Shakespeare
Publisher: Dover Publications
Mass market paperback, 85 pages
Price: $3.00

Memorable historical drama concerns rebellion against King Henry led by Harry Percy ("Hotspur") and other nobles, complicated by the king's difficulties with his wayward son Prince Hal. Superb blend of courtly intrigue, action on the battlefield and low comedy featuring Sir John Falstaff. All brought to life in wonderful blank verse.

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Summary: Aging Henry IV deals with military threats outside and within his kingdom, while the future Henry V whiles away his time in a bar with Falstaff.

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