Henry IV, Part 2 by William Shakespeare

Henry IV, Part 2

William Shakespeare

320 pages first pub 1597 (editions)

fiction classics historical play challenging dark medium-paced

Description

The stirring continuation of the themes begun in Henry IV, Part One again pits a rebellion within the State and that master of misrule, Falstaff, against the maturing of Prince Hal. Alternating scenes between bawdy tavern and regal court, between ...

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Moods

challenging 50%
adventurous 42%
reflective 34%
funny 31%
emotional 23%
sad 23%
tense 23%
dark 18%
informative 10%
inspiring 2%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

slow 48%
medium 38%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Character: 45% | Plot: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 36% | No: 36% | Yes: 27%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 81% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 84% | No: 9% | It's complicated: 6%

Average rating

3.51

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