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William Shakespeare's "King Henry the IV, Part I", 2008.
Looks at the treatment of women in William Shakespeare's "King Henry the IV, Part I".
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper examines the apparent roles and functions of women in William Shakespeare's "King Henry the IV, Part I". Specifically, the paper looks at the impact of women upon other characters and whether or not their roles should have been different and, if so, how they should have been different. The paper contends that Shakespeare accurately captures the gender divisions of his age but fails to highlight the central contribution of Henry IV's first wife, Mary de Bohun, in the establishment of this man as a powerful king over a flourishing empire.
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"One other thing that becomes evident is that much of the play is about men seeking power - about them accruing titles or lands, in short. As a result, by as early as Act 1, Scene 3, it is fairly clear, at least as we listen to Hotspur denounce the Prince of Wales and "Bolingbroke" (Henry IV), that power in fourteenth century England is a "man's thing" and that women are only referenced in these matters if they are bearing children who may become lineal descendants to a throne or baronetcy or if the behavior of one nobleman or another is so intemperate that he is described by his colleagues as a "woman" who cannot hold his tongue or think rationally."
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"King Henry IV" and "King Henry V", 2002.
Examines fraud, theatricality and politics in Shakespeare's "King Henry IV" (parts one and two) and "King Henry V".
3,930 words (approx. 15.7 pages), 18 sources, MLA, $ 107.95
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The falsification of the audience?s expectations and Hal?s miraculous emergence as a great English king, alongside the Hal-Falstaff relationship out of which the future king?s identity is gradually constructed, are the main critical puzzles in most studies of the William Shakespeare's "King Henry" series. The paper examines concepts of fraud and politics in parts one and two of "King Henry IV" and in "King Henry V". It discusses notions by literary critics such as Stephen who claim that Hal is one of Shakespeare?s most Machiavellian characters. The paper argues that Machiavelli?s Prince is not sufficiently cruel or sophisticated to be ranked with Prince Hal, despite the fact that Falstaff?s cry for help, voiced in his paradoxical accusation that the Prince has corrupted him, seldom succeeds in inverting the audience?s impression that Falstaff is Hal?s misleader.
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"The concept of necessity, as it arises from the morality-patterned Phychomachia, reinforces providentialist notions, an idea first advanced by Tillyard but in a rather different context. Religious providentialism fuses the personal and political domains and Hal?s borrowing from the theatrical and diachronic anthropological deposit causes the interweaving of theatrical illusion with politics, thus displaying their common structural patterns. The fusion of religion, politics and theatre culminates in Hal?s gradual conversion to virtue, which is at once a milestone in Hal?s allegedly privileged relationship with God, a major political event, and a stock trick of Elizabethan drama."
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"King Henry IV", 2004.
An analysis of legitimacy as a theme in Shakespeare's "King Henry IV".
753 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 0 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper examines the use of legitimacy as a theme in the play, "King Henry IV," by William Shakespeare. The paper includes a discussion of the legitimacy of the king and his rule, as a well as a close look at Prince Hal. The paper contends that Henry's legitimacy becomes the center of all of the major crises in the play and, thus, is a major and binding theme.
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"From the moment Shakespeare's play 1 King Henry IV opens, the legitimacy of King Henry's crown is a major theme throughout the play. Not only does it become the justification of the Percys and others violent revolts against Henry, but it can also be used to explain the disobedient acts carried out by Hal, King Henry's son and heir to the throne. King Henry's usurpation of the throne and act of regicide lead to consequences that will spoil his reign illegitimate."
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Nobility and Commoners in Shakespeare's "King Henry IV", 2004.
Character analysis of the main characters in "King Henry IV".
2,171 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper presents a character analysis of Henry and Hal, two of the main characters in Shakespeare's play, "King Henry IV", and shows how Shakespeare, by comparing and contrasting these two characters, was able to display the attitudes of both the nobility and the commoners and foreshadow Hal?s ability to become a stable, successful ruler.
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"Hal?s feelings towards his father reflect the feelings of the commoners towards the king. Hal?s soliloquy, ?I know you all...? (I, ii 183-205) reveals Hal?s moral awareness and scorn towards the character he has used to disguise his true frustration with the standards that the king has disgraced. A noble and virtuous young man deliberately masquerading as a dissolute prodigal, Hal is not likely to overlook the deep moral blemishes in his father nor the hypocrisy of Henry IV?s assumption of rightful kingship. However, as the King?s subject and heir, Hal is denied all means of expressing his contempt for the dishonorable means by which Henry IV has maintained and stolen power. By showing contempt for the king, Hal would be following the example of Henry IV?s disloyal behavior towards Richard II, and siding with the rebels who now challenge Henry IV?s fitness to rule."
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"Henry IV, Part One", 2002.
This paper analyzes a critical passage in Shakespeare's "Henry IV, Part One".
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses the passage in Shakespeare's "Henry IV, Part One" in which Falstaff jokingly assumes the throne in a repartee with Prince Hal. The author points out how this scene is crucial in the development of the play. The author believes that it marks the point when Hal decides he must abandon the company of men like Falstaff and develop his own set of ideals.
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"Measure for Measure" & "Henry IV Part I", 2006.
A comparison of two of Shakespeare's plays, "Measure for Measure" and "Henry IV Part I".
1,300 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 0 sources, $ 43.95
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This paper analyzes, compares and contrasts the plots and protagonists of two of Shakespeare's plays, "Measure for Measure" and "Henry IV Part I". The author asserts that in these two plays, strong character is defined not by who is more right, but rather by the ability to become more than the sum of one's faults. The author concentrates his analysis on secondary characters, who, despite being fault-ridden, are endearing to the audience for their humor and steadfastness. The paper concludes that Shakespeare's ultimate point is that while all people are flawed, the test of their character is whether they are molded by these flaws -- or overcome them.
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"In both of these plays, these people may be questionable or shady characters that often are crude or have abominable habits, they may be people of power and prominence, or they may be just average, everyday citizens. Simply put, they all have faults of their own. Yet, the audience can't help but find them endearing, and the protagonists find that their ability to overcome their faults has a lot to do with the help they receive from these characters. Furthermore, the inability of the antagonists to overcome their vulnerabilities also has something to do with these characters."
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William Shakespeare's "Henry IV: Part I", 1994.
This paper discusses the use of conceptions of time to define characters, their relationships and attitudes toward life and nature in William Shakespeare in "Henry IV: Part I".
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" William Shakespeare in "Henry IV: Part I" tells the story of part of the history of England, when Henry IV as king is surrounded by enemies, facing civil war in England, and unable to fulfill his earlier promise to lead a force to the Holy Land on a crusade. The plot of the play covers the time when the Percies are in rebellion. The story concerns not only these historical events but also the concern of a father for his apparently lazy son. henry's son Hal spends his time in the company of low-lifes, notably one John Falstaff, at the local tavern. The absence of his son forces Henry to depend more and more on young Hotspur. Shakespeare uses conceptions of time to define the characters, their attitudes toward the world, and the nature of the events of which they are a part. an examination of the nature of time with reference to Hal, Hotspur, and Falstaff will show .. "
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Henry IV, Part I, 1988.
Discusses plot, characters, symbolism, themes and life of royalty in the play.
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" Henry IV Part I is the second of eight plays that William Shakespeare wrote chronicling the conflicts of the last six Plantagenets who ruled England. Written approximately in 1597, the play focuses on England at the very beginning of the 15th century, when the country was engaged in a series of civil wars, along with the Crusades to free the Holy Lands. In order to grasp the full meaning of the play, it is first necessary to review the story itself, and to see its minor deviations from the true historical account of the events that transpired.
King Richard II, who became King of England at the age of 10, exiled his cousin Bolingbroke in hopes of becoming an absolute monarch. This was not to be the case, as one year later the exiled Bolingbroke returned to England with a powerful army, aided by the powerful Percy family, which consisted of the Earl (...)"
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The Forms of Honor in the First Part of 'Henry IV', 2002.
A discussion of how various characters such as Hotspur, Prince Hal and Falstaff represent different manifestations of the concept of honor in Shakespeare's 'Henry VI'.
1,985 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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Honor, the central theme in Shakespeare's Henry IV, Part 1, is embodied primarily in the two main characters. This essay compares and contrasts the concept of honor as lived by Hotspur and Prince Hall, making frequent use of quotes to substantiate claims. Other characters, King Henry and Falstaff, who Shakespeare finds useful in this major treatment of honor, are also discussed.
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"One of the main themes around which Shakespeare dramatizes the history of his country in The First Part of King Henry IV is honor. To the Elizabethans honor was a major topic of debate as it had been to Englishmen of all ages. Honor is a complex subject, highly personal to some, highly public to others. Honor can be something for which one quietly stands, or about which one shouts in flowery language. The purpose of this paper is to compare and contrast some of the various forms taken by honor as represented in Shakespeare?s Henry IV, Part I."
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"Henry IV" and "King Lear" ( William Shakespeare ), 1999.
Examines and compares how two tragic kings are portrayed by the author and treated by the other characters.
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"The purpose of this research is to examine how the two kings are treated in 1 Henry IV and King Lear and why they are treated as they are. The plan of the research will be to set forth the dramatic and historical context in which each play deals with the issue of monarchy and its proper treatment, and then to discuss lines of action in each play that demonstrate the source of the treatment that Henry and Lear receive.
In the film My Fair Lady, after the Cockney flower girl Miss Eliza Doolittle has been trained to speak and behave in a genteel English manner, she says to the mother of her trainer, Professor Higgins, that the difference between a flower girl and a lady is not how she acts but how she is treated: "I shall always be a lady to Colonel Pickering [Higgins's partner in the training] because he always treats me as a lady and always will. I shall ..."
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The Struggle towards Unity in ?Henry IV?, 2004.
A look at how William Shakespeare, in his "Henry IV, Parts I and II", emphasizes the ideas of struggle and progress through his characterizations of Henry and Hal.
2,262 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper examines William Shakespeare's plays, "Henry IV, Parts I and II", and, in particular, looks at how Henry misjudges his son and cannot see that Hal, who is not guilty of usurpation and regicide, will be able to unite the now divided kingdom. It shows how Henry?s faults and strengths cause him to symbolically reflect the struggle for progress, represented by the bridge between the corruption of England during Richard II?s reign and the unity of Henry V?s kingdom. It also explores how, after the ?struggle? ceases and Henry IV dies, Prince Hal becomes King Henry V ,and the previously divided nation progresses by integration.
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"Hal?s adoption of the commoners is best described by the Duke of Warwick when he says: ?The Prince but studies his companions, / Like a strange tongue? to gain the language?? (Pt. II, IV, iv, 76-78.) Hal is like a growing tree basking in the sun, Henry IV is the gardener who planted Hal?s seed, and the commoners form one of Hal?s developing branches. By growing into a man ?of all humors,? (Pt. I, II, iv, 89) Hal is becoming his entire nation in an individual form, which is symbolically what a king is. Hal has studied the commoners well and is able to both talk and think like them, as portrayed in Hal?s witty exchanges with Falstaff. Hal?s desire to adapt to the needs of the various peoples of his country foreshadows the harmony that will dominate England when he is king."
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A Clown In King Henry's Court, 2004.
Falstaff and his role in Shakespeare's "King Henry IV", Parts 1 and 2.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper is a brief analysis of how Shakespeare uses Falstaff for comedic relief. It analyzes the character of the clown and his role as related to the rest play's characters.
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"It is often assumed that royal kingdoms have their own jesters to provide entertainment for the royal family. Part of this assumption stems from such things as literary works. In Shakespeare?s King Henry IV Part 1 and King Henry IV Part 2, there also exists such a jester, a clown if you will, that is one of Shakespeare?s most enduring comic creations. So enduring is this character that Shakespeare even brought him back from death in another play simply for his comic relief. John Falstaff is a stand-up comic, and like any comic, he depends on his writer to achieve their wanted effect. Shakespeare, as Falstaff?s writer, achieves his comic relief through his subject, who then imparts it upon his royal friends."
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"Henry IV", 2001.
The following paper examines Shakespeare?s "King Henry IV", focusing on Elizabethan stage scenery, Elizabethan period acting and the historical accuracy of the play.
1,940 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper explores the history of the technical production of "Henry IV", Part I and examines some of the historical sources from which Shakespeare obtained his historical information.
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"Most believe that the Elizabethan stage was rather bare by modern standards. It is a popular opinion that the actions and dialogue of the actors mainly dressed the stage. By modern technological standards this may be true. However records from the Revels Office indicate that scenery was quite elaborate at times and special attention was given to detail. We must draw our conclusions about staging and scenery in Elizabethan stage performances from descriptions written at the time. One of the earliest plays of which we have a description of the scenery is ?Edwardes tragedy.? It was produced in Whitehall in 1564."
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"Henry IV", 2002.
The following paper examines Shakespeare?s ?King Henry IV?, focusing on Elizabethan stage scenery, Elizabethan period acting and the historical accuracy of the play.
1,940 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper explores the history of the technical production of "Henry IV", Part I as well as exploring some of the historical sources from which Shakespeare obtained his historical information.
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?Most believe that the Elizabethan stage was rather bare by modern standards. It is a popular opinion that the actions and dialogue of the actors mainly dressed the stage. By modern technological standards this may be true. However records from the Revels Office indicate that scenery was quite elaborate at times and special attention was given to detail. We must draw our conclusions about staging and scenery in Elizabethan stage performances from descriptions written at the time. One of the earliest plays of which we have a description of the scenery is ?Edwardes tragedy.?
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William Shakespeare's "Richard II" and "Henry IV", 2007.
This paper discuss the relationship between kingship and identity in William Shakespeare's plays "Richard II" and "Henry IV".
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This paper explains that, in "Richard II" and "Henry IV", William Shakespeare explores the issue of kingship by depicting Richard II and Henry IV as polar opposites. The author points out that Richard II, whose claim to the throne is considered legitimate but whose ability to lead is poor, is regarded as the complacent and lyrical king; whereas, Henry IV, whose claim to the throne in terms of the laws of succession is unstable, has won the support of the people based on his merit. The paper stresses that the perspective of Hal benefits from the experience of both his predecessors in that he is the legal successor to his father. The paper includes several quotations.
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"Shakespeare has an ambivalent attitude towards kingship. He does provide an argument in favor of rightful succession to Richard's throne and the maintenance of traditional values embodied in the crown and the state under its rule, in the voice of Carlisle, for example. Yet at the same time, he clearly illustrates the destructive nature of kingship on the individual behind the crown. There are moral questions raised which are never answered which in itself casts doubt on the values inherent in kingship. For example, we are never provided with a suitable moral explanation for, and are never really comfortable with, Hal's renouncement of Falstaff."
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