Book details
Henry IV Part 1: Oxford School Shakespeare (Oxford School Shakespeare Series)
Description
Oxford School Shakespeare is an acclaimed edition especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, and rigorous but accessible scholarly credentials. Henry IV Part 1 is a popular text for study by secondary students the world over. This edition includes illustrations, preliminary notes, reading lists and classroom notes.
This title is suitable for all exam boards and for the most recent AS/A level specifications.
Age
13-15
Text complexity
expert
Length
192 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Shakespeare's works are a cornerstone of English literature. Engaging with 'Henry IV Part 1' provides cultural literacy, enhancing one's ability to understand and reference a significant aspect of literary heritage.
- Studying Shakespeare is a key part of many educational curriculums, and this edition is specifically designed to support students in their learning, with features that aid in understanding themes, characters, and literary devices.
- The Oxford School Shakespeare edition of 'Henry IV Part 1' includes accessible on-page explanations, commentary, and glossaries tailored for school students, which help in comprehending Shakespeare's language and the play's historical context.
- Reading 'Henry IV Part 1' allows readers to appreciate Shakespeare's mastery of drama and the English language, including his skillful use of iambic pentameter, wit, and the exploration of complex characters like Prince Hal and Falstaff.