The tragedy of Richard III
A huge success in its day, this historical play centers around the character of Richard of Gloucester, a self-proclaimed villain who usurps the crown. Through family machinations, political marriages and military coups, this play portrays the tumult...
The first part of King Henry the Fourth with the life and death of Henry surnamed Hotspur
After the murder of Richard II, Henry assumes the throne, and is immediately confronted with rebellion by Owen Glendower, Douglas of Scotland, Northumberland and his son Hotspur. The plays also follows the boisterous Falstaff as he leads Prince Hal,...
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The second part of King Henry the Fourth containing his death and the coronation of King Henry the Fift [sic]
A panorama of Medieval English life. The passage of time brings the older generations closer to the grave, and the young closer to leadership. The play ends with the death of Henry IV, banishment of Falstaff and the coronation of Prince Hal as Henry...