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Henry IV
Book • 1856
Shakespeare's *Henry IV*, Parts 1 and 2, are historical plays chronicling the reign of King Henry IV of England.
The plays delve into themes of kingship, rebellion, and the complexities of power.
They feature iconic characters like Prince Hal, Falstaff, and Hotspur, each with their own compelling motivations and flaws.
The plays explore the moral ambiguities of leadership and the consequences of ambition.
Shakespeare's masterful use of language and character development makes these plays enduring classics of English literature.
The plays delve into themes of kingship, rebellion, and the complexities of power.
They feature iconic characters like Prince Hal, Falstaff, and Hotspur, each with their own compelling motivations and flaws.
The plays explore the moral ambiguities of leadership and the consequences of ambition.
Shakespeare's masterful use of language and character development makes these plays enduring classics of English literature.
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as the author of a classic academic study on Henry IV, highlighting his neglect in historical accounts.


Dominic Sandbrook

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485. Henry IV: The Usurper King (Part 1)
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with a quote to explain the use of the word "marry" in Shakespeare's plays.

Mignon Fogarty

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Shakespeare's ‘wherefore’ and other false friends. The language of fear. A Tom.
Mentioned as a history play that introduced the popular character of Falstaff.

Episode 176: All the World’s a Playhouse
Mentioned by speaker 3, referring to a line from it: "Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown."

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when discussing title changes in the first folio.


Emma Smith

Henry VI, Part 2
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as a summer or Christmas read, noting their quality and difficulty.


Rich Lowry

Episode 716: Visa Vexations
Mentioned by Richard as the play that Tottenham Hotspur is named after.

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Mentioned as the source of the quote 'Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown'.

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