Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Death of King John is a historical play written by William Shakespeare. It tells the story of King John, who ruled England from 1199 to 1216. The play explores the political and personal struggles of King John, including his disputes with the French king, Philip II, and his conflict with the Pope over the appointment of the Archbishop of Canterbury.The play also features several memorable characters, including the Bastard, a loyal supporter of King John, and Constance, the mother of Arthur, who has a claim to the English throne. The play is known for its complex plot, political intrigue, and powerful language.Throughout the play, Shakespeare explores themes of power, loyalty, and betrayal, as well as the consequences of political decisions. The Life and Death of King John is considered one of Shakespeare's lesser-known plays, but it remains a fascinating exploration of English history and the human condition.Pem. But that your Royall pleasure must be done, This acte, is as an ancient tale new told, And, in the last repeating, troublesome, Being vrged at a time vnseasonable.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.
