Henry VI, Part 1 by William Shakespeare

Henry VI, Part 1

William Shakespeare

142 pages first pub 1623 (editions)

fiction classics challenging informative reflective slow-paced

Description

The play begins with the funeral of Henry V, who has died unexpectedly in his prime. As his brothers, the Dukes of Bedford and Gloucester, and his uncle, the Duke of Exeter, lament his passing and express doubt as to whether his son (the as yet un...

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Moods

adventurous 60%
challenging 52%
informative 24%
tense 24%
reflective 20%
dark 16%
emotional 16%
mysterious 12%
sad 4%

Pace

medium 46%
slow 26%
fast 26%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 40% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 35% | No: 30% | Yes: 30% | N/A: 5%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 60% | No: 35% | Yes: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 81% | Yes: 13% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 19%

Average rating

3.37

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