Henry V (Bantam Classic)

Henry V (Bantam Classic)

A triumphantly patriotic play that also casts a critical eye at war and warriors, this great epic drama depicts a charismatic ruler in a time of national struggle. The young King Henry’s victory over the French despite overwhelming odds creates a spectacle of action, color, and thundering battles. Whether the warrior-king is urging his men “Once more unto the breach, dear friends,” or wooing Katharine of France, Henry is magnificently adapted to the role he must play in England’s greatness. <b>Henry V</b> represents the culmination of Shakespeare’s art as a writer of historical drama.<br /><br />Each Edition Includes:<br />• Comprehensive explanatory notes <br />• Vivid introductions and the most up-to-date scholarship <br />• Clear, modernized spelling and punctuation, enabling contemporary readers to understand the Elizabethan English<br />• Completely updated, detailed bibliographies and performance histories <br />• An interpretive essay on film adaptations of the play, along with an extensive filmography