CliffsComplete King Henry IV, Part 1

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CliffsComplete King Henry IV, Part 1 follows the play's alternating comic and serious scenes as a young prince rebels against his father, who happens to be king, until he must go to the king's aid to stamp out the rebellion of nobles.  

Discover a story of self-sacrifice and meet one of the theatre's most enduring comic characters, Falstaff — and save valuable studying time — all at once. Enhance your reading of King Henry IV with these additional features:

• A summary and insightful commentary for each chapter
• Bibliography and historical background on the author, William Shakespeare
• A look at Early Modern England intellectual, religious, political, and social context
• Coverage of key themes and use of language within the work
• A character map that graphically illustrates the relationships among the characters
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