Henry IV, Part II

Exploring themes of age, duty, and expectation, this play delves into the civil unrest surrounding King Henry IV's reign and the challenges faced by Prince Hal as he prepares to assume the throne. It is part of Shakespeare's tetralogy that chronicles the transitions of power from Richard II through Henry IV to Henry V. This edition also includes a newly commissioned biography, enhancing the reader's understanding of Shakespeare's life and impact as one of the greatest writers in the English language.