Henry IV, Part 1 by William Shakespeare

Henry IV, Part 1

William Shakespeare

256 pages • first pub 1597 (editions)

fiction classics historical play adventurous fast-paced
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Henry IV sits on a usurped throne, his conscience and his nobles in revolt, while his son Hal is immersed in a self-indulgent life of revelry with the notorious Sir John Falstaff. Shakespeare explores questions of kingship and honor in this master...

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Moods

adventurous 62%
funny 49%
challenging 47%
tense 29%
reflective 17%
emotional 14%
informative 14%
dark 12%
lighthearted 10%
hopeful 4%
inspiring 4%
sad 2%

Pace

medium 51%
fast 26%
slow 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Plot: 32% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 16% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 34% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 29% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 76% | N/A: 8% | Yes: 7% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 9% | N/A: 2%

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3.61

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