'Henry IV'(Part I) -- Shakespeare
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This 10 page report discusses the characters of Shakespeare's 'Henry IV, Part One' and illustrates how they provide contrast to one another in their creation of the larger world of the play. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Henry14.wps

'The Prodigal Hal' / Re-Writing Henry IV for the 1960's
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An 8 page paper examining the possibilities inherent in setting Henry IV, Part I in the 1960s instead of in the Elizabethan era. The paper examines settings, costuming, lighting, and music, and whether or not it would be advisable to update the dialogue at all. No additional sources cited.
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3 Views On Aggression
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A 4 page research paper that contrasts and compares 3 theories on aggression: Freud's instinct theory, frustration-aggression theory, and social learning theory. Examination of these theories shows that, while they are all different in their orientation, they each offer insight into the reasons behind aggressive human behavior. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: kh3vag2.rtf

Analysis of Henry in King Henry IV Part II
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This 5 page paper evaluates how Price Henry is portrayed in Henry IV Part II. Coming of age issues are explored as well as the transition to power. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA110Hen.wps

Analysis of King Henry’s Statement to Prince Hal in William Shakespeare’s “Henry IV, Part I” (III.ii.93-96)
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A 4 page paper which uses this passage as a point of reference to develop a comparative analysis of Prince Hal and Richard II, Henry and Percy as presented in both “Henry IV, Part I” and “Richard II.” Specifically considered are to what extent is the king correct and in what ways is his statement limited or in error? No additional sources are used.
Filename: TGhenhal.rtf

Article Summary/Shakespeare's Influences
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A 3 page summary and article critique of Grace Tiffany's 1999 article "Shakespeare's Dionysian prince: Drama, politics and the 'Athenian' history play." In this article, the author presents a fascinating argument relative to the influences that aided Shakespeare in creating the character of Prince Hal/King Henry V in the various history plays that draw on the life of Henry V. No other sources cited.
Filename: khhalhen.rtf

Comparative Analysis of William Shakespeare’s “Richard II” and “1 Henry IV”
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A 2.5 page paper which examines how “1 Henry IV” is both a sequel to “Richard II” and yet also a play that is distinctly different in structure, theme, and content, concentrating on the major differences between the two. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: TGhenric.rtf

Comparing Virtue as Evidenced in "Brave New World" and "Henry V":
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This 7 page paper explores virtue as evidenced in the character of John the Savage from "Brave New World" and Henry V from Shakespeare's "Henry V". This paper asserts that John the Savage is the more virtuous of the two based upon his personal motivations. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: GSBraves.rtf

Desire in “Henry V” and “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight”
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A 3 page paper which examines the presence of desire in “Henry V” and “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.” No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAgrn.rtf

EYE OF THE BEHOLDER
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This 5 page paper discusses Henry IV's relationship with his son, Hal (Henry V). The dialogue from Act Three, scene two is quoted and cited as examples of this strained relationship. A brief synopsis is given. The relationship between father and son is explored. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Fathers and Sons in Shakespeare’s “Part I, Henry IV”
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This 5 page report discusses the relationship, expectations, and emotions that exist between a father and son. Each clearly wants the other to be proud of him and each wants the respect of the other. In typical father-son relationships, the outside observer almost always sees the truth of the personalities involved more clearly than either the actual father or son is capable of seeing. The audience should remember in its judgment of Hal that King Henry is a strong shrewd politician and a capable warrior and wants to be assured that his son will be worthy of the throne his father will give him. No secondary sources.
Filename: BWpopson.wps

HENRY AND KATHERINE
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This 4 page paper discusses the roles of Henry V and Katherine in Shakespeare's play, Henry V. Realistic ways to portray the roles are discussed. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: MBhvtv.rtf

Henry IV Part I by William Shakespeare
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9 pages. The scenes and moments in the play Henry IV Part I suggest thoughts about the nature and value of poetic drama. Using specific evidence from the play, this paper discusses attitudes and opinions that suggest the playwright's reflections on his art. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: JGAheniv.rtf

Henry V - The Character of the King
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A 5 page paper discussing Shakespeare's 'The Life of King Henry the Fifth' and the character of King Henry himself. Bibliography lists three secondary sources used with the text of the play.
Filename: Henchar.wps