| Author |
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 |
| Title |
Henry VI, Part 2
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| Note |
There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #100
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 86.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Summary |
"Henry VI, Part 2" by William Shakespeare is a historical play written in the late 16th century. The text explores the themes of political power, betrayal, and the struggle for the English crown, focusing on characters such as King Henry VI, the ambitious Duke of York, and the manipulative Cardinal Beaufort, among others. This part of the trilogy delves into the complexities of kinship, loyalty, and the consequences of ambition, which embroils England in conflict and civil strife. The opening of the play introduces us to the court of King Henry VI, where tensions are palpable due to political machinations related to his planned marriage to Queen Margaret, arranged by the Duke of Suffolk. Throughout the initial scenes, various nobles express discontent and suspicion regarding Suffolk's actions and Duke Humphrey’s protection, laying the groundwork for the ensuing power struggle. The animosity between these factions grows as accusations of treason surface, culminating in Duke Humphrey’s arrest. This portion effectively sets the stage for the broader conflict and foreshadows the tragic events that will unfold in the chaotic realm of power and ambition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Henry VI, King of England, 1421-1471 -- Drama
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Drama
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| Subject |
Historical drama
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- Henry VI, 1422-1461 -- Drama
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2255 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 24, 2019 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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