Henry IV, part I

Introduction. Tragical-comical-historical-pastoral ; Harry to Harry ; Honor versus instinct ; The prince as Machiavel? ; Reformation and rejection

About the text

Key facts

The first part of Henry the Fourth, with the life and death of Henry surnamed Hotspur

Textual notes

Oaths from the quarto

Scene-by-scene analysis

Synopisis of Henry IV part II

Henry IV in performance: the RSC and beyond

Shakespeare's career in the theater

Shakespeare's works: a chronology

Kings and queens of England: from the history plays to Shakespeare's lifetime

The history behind the histories: a chronology

Further reading and viewing

References.