Shakespeare's History Of King Henry The Sixth, Part 2 (1888)

Shakespeare's History of King Henry the Sixth, Part 2 is a play written by the renowned playwright William Shakespeare. It was first published in 1594 and is part of a trilogy of plays that chronicle the reign of King Henry VI of England. The play focuses on the events that occurred during the Wars of the Roses, a series of battles fought between the House of Lancaster and the House of York for control of the English throne.The play begins with the aftermath of the Battle of St. Albans, where the Yorkist forces led by Richard, Duke of York, emerge victorious. King Henry VI is taken captive and imprisoned in the Tower of London. Meanwhile, the Yorkists begin to plot their next move to seize power.As the play progresses, tensions rise between the Yorkists and the Lancastrians, with both sides vying for control of England. The Yorkists, led by Richard, Duke of York, and his sons Edward and Richard, gain the upper hand and eventually take the crown.Throughout the play, Shakespeare explores themes of power, ambition, and betrayal. He also delves into the complex relationships between the characters, including the love triangle between King Henry VI, Queen Margaret, and the Duke of Suffolk.Shakespeare's History of King Henry the Sixth, Part 2 is a gripping and dramatic play that provides a fascinating glimpse into the political and social turmoil of 15th-century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.