Ray Moore
Published: 2016-04-21
Total Pages: 88
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Ray Moore's Study Guides provide insights into demanding texts. As with all the books in this series, it will help any reader gain a greater understanding of the issues central to the play and help you to develop your own ideas about the play.Henry V is one of Shakespeare's most popular plays both in the theater and on film. Critics, however, have been divided over whether it glorifies the leadership of King Henry and military victories that he achieves or subjects both king and battles to withering criticism.The book provides: - An annotated list of characters;- Detailed analysis of historical and literary background, genre, settings, themes, etc.;- In-depth questions to guide the reader to a deeper understanding of the background, themes, and characters of the play;- A detailed scene by scene commentary;- A concluding critical analysis of the play which places the focus on the character of Henry;- Guidance on using the guiding questions to stimulate group discussion and presentations;- A bibliography.