Henry IV Part 2

Shakespeare's two Henry IV plays, rewritten with new language for the twenty-first century, explore loyalty and kingship. Yvette Nolan's translation brings the characters and dramatic arcs to life, as part of the Oregon Shakespeare Festivals Play On! project.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 130 pages
Publication date: 19 April 2022
Publisher: Arizona Center for Medieval & Renaissance Studies,US

Shakespeare's renowned plays, "Henry IV," are reimagined for the twenty-first century in a two-part tale. The first part, "Henry IV, Part 1," delves into complex themes of loyalty and kingship, showcasing characters like Prince Hal and the mischievous Sir John Falstaff. It explores the challenges of governance on and off the battlefield. In the second part, "Henry IV, Part 2," Prince Hal grapples with his ascent to the throne and the strained relationship with Falstaff. As the king's health deteriorates, Hal's decisions hold significant consequences for those around him.

Yvette Nolan's meticulous translation of these plays modernizes the language while preserving Shakespeare's poetic essence. These translations are part of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival's Play On! project, which aims to bring Shakespeare's works to contemporary audiences in accessible yet faithful translations.

A diverse team of contemporary playwrights, screenwriters, and dramaturges collaborated on this project, reimagining Shakespeare for a new era. These volumes present Shakespeare's works in print for the first time, marking a new First Folio for a modern audience.

Through Nolan's translation and the collaborative efforts of the project, Shakespeare's timeless tales are brought to life, resonating with audiences in the twenty-first century.

Weight: 146g
Dimension: 127 x 197 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780866986861