This epic is Milton's most famous work, employing the heterodox theology later expounded in De Doctrina Christiana.
David Scott Kastan Book order (chronological)
David Scott Kastan is a leading scholar in the field of Shakespearean literature. As one of the general editors of the Arden Shakespeare, he contributes significantly to the deeper understanding and interpretation of Shakespeare's works. His academic work focuses on critical analysis and literary context, offering readers fresh perspectives on classic texts. Kastan's influence on contemporary Shakespearean studies is considerable.
Bantam Classic - 1: Henry IV
- 156 pages
- 6 hours of reading
A play alive with escapades and action, comedy and history, Henry IV, Part One begins the transformation of the madcap Prince Hal into the splendid ruler King Henry. In it a rebellion against King and State is juxtaposed with another rebellion–the riotous misbehavior of Hal and his companions, principally Falstaff. A superbly funny liar, coward, lecher, and cheat, the larger-than-life character Falstaff turns this great historical drama into a masterpiece of counterpoint and design. Each Edition Includes: • Comprehensive explanatory notes • Vivid introductions and the most up-to-date scholarship • Clear, modernized spelling and punctuation, enabling contemporary readers to understand the Elizabethan English • Completely updated, detailed bibliographies and performance histories • An interpretive essay on film adaptations of the play, along with an extensive filmography