Henry VI, Part 3 by William Shakespeare
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| Author | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 |
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| Title | Henry VI, Part 3 |
| Note | There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #100 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_VI,_Part_3 |
| Summary | "Henry VI, Part 3" by William Shakespeare is a historical play written in the late 16th century. The play explores the intense power struggle and civil unrest in England during the Wars of the Roses, primarily focusing on the contention between the houses of York and Lancaster. The conflict is underscored by themes of ambition, betrayal, and the brutal nature of political power, prominently featuring characters such as King Henry VI, Richard Plantagenet (later Richard III), and Queen Margaret. The opening of the play sets the stage for the ongoing conflict as various factions battle for control. It begins with the Duke of York and his supporters reflecting on their military successes and plotting to claim the throne from King Henry. As the political intrigue escalates, Henry VI grapples with his weakening position while Queen Margaret seeks to rally her allies against the Yorkists. The tension is palpable as characters like Warwick and Richard plant their ambitions firmly amidst the chaotic backdrop of war, foreshadowing the tragic confrontations that will arise as loyalties are tested and lives are lost. This opening segment effectively introduces the stakes of the conflict and the depth of character motivations that will unfold throughout the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Henry VI, King of England, 1421-1471 -- Drama |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Drama |
| Subject | Historical drama |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Henry VI, 1422-1461 -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 2256 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 24, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 67 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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