The Life of Henry VIII: The Life of Henry VIII: Shakespeare's Regal BiographyThe Life of Henry VIII by William Shakespeare: Although Shakespeare never wrote a play specifically about Henry VIII, this book is a collection of all of the references to the Tudor monarch scattered throughout his works. The book offers insights into how Shakespeare viewed Henry VIII and his reign, and how he incorporated the historical figure into his plays. Key Aspects of the book "The Life of Henry VIII": William Shakespeare was an English playwright and poet who is widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the English language. The Life of Henry VIII is not a standalone work, but rather an anthology of Shakespeare's references to the Tudor monarch. |
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... pass, if they be still and willing, I'll undertake may see away their shilling Richly in two short hours. Only they That come to hear a merry bawdy play, A noise of targets, or to see a fellow In a long motley coat guarded with yellow ...
... pass This tractable obedience is a slave To each incensed will. I would your Highness Would give it quick consideration, for There is no primer business. KING. By my life, This is against our pleasure. WOLSEY. And for me, I have no ...
... The penance lies on you, if these fair ladies Pass away frowning. SANDYS. For my little cure, Let me alone. [Hautboys. Enter Cardinal Wolsey, and takes his state.] WOLSEY. You're welcome, my fair guests. That noble lady Or gentleman.
... pass directly before the Cardinal, and gracefully salute him.] A noble company! What are their pleasures? CHAMBERLAIN. Because they speak no English, thus they pray'd To tell your Grace, that, having heard by fame Of this so noble and ...
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