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Uniform Title: King Henry IV. Part 2. Finnish
Title: Kuningas Henrik Neljäs II
Note: Reading ease score: 51.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Kuningas Henrik Neljäs II" by William Shakespeare is a historical play written in the early 17th century. The play focuses on themes of power, rebellion, and the complexities of kingship, centering around King Henry IV and his conflicts with various factions and characters, including his son, Prince Hal, and the rebellious Northumberland family. The opening of the play establishes the chaotic political landscape in England, where unrest and rumors abound, with the character of Rumor personifying the spread of information and misinformation. Lord Bardolph reports to Northumberland about the disastrous outcome of a battle involving his son, Hotspur, and shares grim news about King Henry IV. As tensions rise, Northumberland's resolve hardens, and he prepares to return to the battlefield to seek revenge. Concurrently, we are introduced to the comical Sir John Falstaff, who is depicted in his typical humorous and roguish manner, highlighting the contrasts between the serious themes of war and the lighter moments of personal folly, thus setting the stage for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Translator: Cajander, Paavo Emil, 1846-1913
EBook No.: 39636
Published: May 6, 2012
Downloads: 131
Language: Finnish
Subject: Henry IV, King of England, 1367-1413 -- Drama
Subject: Historical drama
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Henry IV, 1399-1413 -- Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Uniform Title: King Henry IV. Part 2. Finnish
Title: Kuningas Henrik Neljäs II
Note: Reading ease score: 51.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Kuningas Henrik Neljäs II" by William Shakespeare is a historical play written in the early 17th century. The play focuses on themes of power, rebellion, and the complexities of kingship, centering around King Henry IV and his conflicts with various factions and characters, including his son, Prince Hal, and the rebellious Northumberland family. The opening of the play establishes the chaotic political landscape in England, where unrest and rumors abound, with the character of Rumor personifying the spread of information and misinformation. Lord Bardolph reports to Northumberland about the disastrous outcome of a battle involving his son, Hotspur, and shares grim news about King Henry IV. As tensions rise, Northumberland's resolve hardens, and he prepares to return to the battlefield to seek revenge. Concurrently, we are introduced to the comical Sir John Falstaff, who is depicted in his typical humorous and roguish manner, highlighting the contrasts between the serious themes of war and the lighter moments of personal folly, thus setting the stage for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Translator: Cajander, Paavo Emil, 1846-1913
EBook No.: 39636
Published: May 6, 2012
Downloads: 131
Language: Finnish
Subject: Henry IV, King of England, 1367-1413 -- Drama
Subject: Historical drama
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Henry IV, 1399-1413 -- Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.