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Henry IV. Part 2

Synopsis
Peter Hollindale, University of York, and Gareth Lloyd Evans, University of Birmingham, discuss the play. They consider Shakespeare’s dramatisation of historical process and of the psychology of a diverse and complete society alongside individual figures and central relationships. The decline and rejection of Falstaff are seen in the wider context of sickness and dissolution. Henry IV himself is seen as another focus of these concerns, and tragic and ironic elements in his character are discussed. Side 2 comprises readings by actors Martin Harvey, Knight Mantell and George Taylor.
Series
Shakespeare Audiotapes
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Audio
Year of release
1970
Duration
56 mins
Availability
Sale

Credits

Director
Peter Thomson
Contributor
Gareth Lloyd; Peter Hollingdale

Additional Details

Production type
Documentary/Educational/News
Plays
Henry IV Part 2
Subjects
Drama
Keywords
drama in English; performances; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

Documentation
Accompanying booklet.

Production Company

Name

World Microfilms

Distributor (Sale)

Name

World Microfilms

Contact
Stephen Albert
Email
microworld@ndirect.co.uk
Web
http://www.microworld.uk.com/ External site opens in new window
Phone
020 7586 4499
Fax
020 7722 1068
Address
PO Box 35488
St John’s Wood
London
NW8 6WD
Notes
World Microfilms distributes the Audio Forum collection of CDs for language learning and the Sussex Tapes library of video and audio material for sixth form and undergraduate teaching. The Sussex Tapes collection concentrates on the areas of English, history and music. Architecture programmes from the Masters of Architecture and Pidgeon Digital (qv) series of slides are sold on DVD as well as being accessible online via subscription.

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