Henry V - Act 1 Scene 2 - Act 4 Scene 3 - Compared
Act 1 Scene 2 - Act 4 Scene 3 - Compared In both scenes, Henry has different purpose, audience and structure. There are many comparisons between the lectures. Henry has two different situations in both speeches. The aspect of Act 1 Scene 2 is to avenge the Dauphin of his mockery, but the Act 4 Scene 3 is to bequeath more confidence in his men. The dialogue directed to the Dauphin shows more anger in Henry. With comparison to the other dialogue, which has a more friendly approach. This might indicate that Henry desires to use antagonism to eliminate the confidence in the Dauphin. Henry requires capturing the Dauphin's confidence because of the humiliation gift of tennis balls from the Dauphin himself to suggest Henry should go and play games 'play a set.' In the other speech Henry uses friendly and positive terms to provide his men with more morale to fight beside him in the battle against the Dauphin, 'we band of brothers.' In the first speech, Henry has various tone changes through out the composition, but on the other hand, Henry employs terms that are more emotional in his communication with his men. The language terminology in the first speech is more to do with arguments one on one and it has a great deal of puns. Comparing the verbal communication with the one directed at his soldiers, this one is more exposed to his men. Henry aspires to use persuasive
Discussing the play Henry V.
ENGLISH COURSEWORK HENRY V The play opens to Canterbury and Ely discussing Henry, on how his youth was savage and dishonest "the courses of his youth promised it not" but Canterbury also comments on how Henry has changed since his wilder days. "The breath no sooner left his father's body, but that wilderness, mortified him, seemed to die too, yea at that very moment consideration like an angel came and whipped the offending Adam out of him..." This shows us how his subjects view Henry as someone who has matured and become wise and responsible. Ely comments we are blessed by this change" This is also shows the trust f his subjects and hoe they now believe in his new authority. The dauphins gift shows us the first sign of a matured Henry, his speech is spoken in a powerful tone " ...shall strike his father's crown into the hazard.@ He is not shy in explaining his actions "when we have matched our rackets ..." but also speaks in a sarcastic maner to make a mockery of the French King "...and we understand him well, how he comes o' er us with our wilder days, not measuring what use we made them.." It is this that shows us how Henry is building a good reputaion for himself coming to full fruition, this would have influenced the audience of the time making him a role model showing how he is becoming more experienced in his reign. The manner in which
Comment on the significance of Act 3 Scene 7 in what it suggests about kingship Henry, Society and the nature of war.
Comment on the significance of Act 3 Scene 7 in what it suggests about kingship Henry, Society and the nature of war. Henry V was written by William Shakespeare in the 1590's. In Act 3 Scene 6, the English have captured Harfleur and are on their way to Calais. Henry and his army are battle worn. In this scene the audience is introduced to the conflict between Henry's public side and his private side as a human being. This scene portrays Henry in various ways. Firstly, as a model king, Henry cannot display any signs of weakness or appear flexible. However, Shakespeare implies that Henry loses his temper by portraying him as speaking in prose. This lack of verse brings him down to the same level as Bardolph and the other base characters. Henry does not acknowledge knowing Bardolph even after he has been named by Fluellen: 'We would have all such offenders so cut off'. This statement suggests that Henry is trying to control his emotions and appear in a professional manner. Also, Henry justifies his reasons for punishing Bardolph to Fluellen; 'And/We give express charge, that in our marches through the country, there be nothing compelled from the village.' A model king should not have to justify his actions to his subjects as this suggests disloyalty and distrust. Friendship is portrayed in this scene also, in Pistol's plea for Bardolph's life. Fortune is Bardolph's foe''.
Henry IV Part 1 - Act 2 Scene 4 - Lines 312-330.
Henry IV Part 1 - Act 2 Scene 4 - Lines 312-330 A jovial atmosphere hangs in the air of the small side-room of the Boar's Head. All the regulars are there, drinking their lives away, laughing and joking without a care in the world. The exhausted waiters are rushing about the room, trying to meet the ever-increasing quota of sack demanded by the huge number of customers. In fact, there is not a metre of space to be seen, apart from the small gap in the centre of the room, where Prince Henry and Jack Falstaff are laughing and joking exuberantly. The crowd of drunkards are also laughing and joking amongst themselves, but their attention is gradually being drawn to the conversation taking place in the middle of the room. The room is absolutely jam-packed, and the waiters are politely trying to squeeze through the masses of people inadvertently blocking the only exit, whilst hurriedly shouting "Anon!" to the mischievous men that are deliberately all calling them at the same time from different parts of the room. Most of the crowd are standing, because there aren't many seats. The room is well lit, and had it not been for the start of a rather intriguing conversation in the middle of the room, you wouldn't have been able to hear yourself speak for all the shouting and guffawing. At this particular moment tough, there is a hush over the room. Every eye is fixed on Falstaff and Hal,
Henry V, Act III,.1
Henry V Henry V, Act III,.1 King Henry has rejected a deal with the French and Harfleur is being besieged, in the background to this opening scene. After all Henry's warnings about the horrors of war in Act 1.2., the explosions and trumpet call implied by the stage direction 'Alarum, and chambers go off' must have made the audience jump. Particularly as the chorus had asked it to imagine all these things, 'eke out our performance with your mind,'(III.35) rather than expect them in reality. 'And down goes all before them' (III.34) suggests a breach has been made in the defensive wall of Harfleur and Henry must rally his retreating forces. There is a sort of heroic desperation in the first two lines of the opening scene, something that offers the stark alternatives of either death or glory. Henry's speech seems to have an independent life of its own. Lines such as, 'Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more,' 'Cry, "God for Harry, England and Saint George!"(III.1.1-34) resonate far beyond the confines of the play, yet they must be considered within it's context. The advice Henry gives to his soldiers appears to apply as much to himself as to them, 'stiffen the sinews, summon up the blood..set the teeth..hold... bend.'(III.1.6-9, 15-17) They are all active verbs stating that the men have to make a conscious, active effort to become war-like. All these
French Ambassador report to the Dauphin of France on Henry V.
January 23, 1997 Dauphin Of France, France, Paris Dear, Your Majesty Good greetings lord how now Dauphin? I am writing to thee to inform my lord of Henry the fifth’s happenings and behaviour. It twas a few days ago I took part in this occasion. As I, French ambassador walk into the room I shall put a stop to momentous chatter in the hall, I am met by a craving audience, and it is this audience of prelates propose to attend, though they can calculate its import in advance. I now bow low before the English monarch (Henry V), who graciously announces he is ready to receive your message, since it comes in his name. After a courteous preamble, I briefly state Henry's claims to certain estates in France are rejected, and that you wish to hear no more about it. I go on to say your highness, lately sending into France, 395 did claim some certain dukedoms, in the right of your great predecessor, King Edward the Third. In answer of which claim, the prince our master says that you savour too much of your youth, And bids you be advised there's nought in France 400That can be with a nimble galliard won; You cannot revel into dukedoms there. He therefore sends you a gift, meeter for your spirit, Thee Henry shows his military abilities as a young man—while being Prince of Wales--taking part in the Battle of Shrewsbury in 1403 he successfully crushed a conspiracy to put Edmund
The character of Henry V act 1 scene 2
Henry's character is revelled in more depth in this scene. Shakespeare has given Henry the attributes of a respectable king and a skilful soldier. He has the qualities to win against the Dauphin. Henry is a devoutly religious man, 'save those to God that run before our business.' In addition he seeks approval and support of the Church before waging war. He prays sincerely, entrusting his enterprise to God's will. Henry is said to be ambitious, 'I will rise there with so full a glory that I will dazzle the eyes of France.' Here he says he will win the war against the Dauphin and he is shown to be very confident when he says this. 'We are no tyrants, but a Christian king unto whose grace our passion is as subject.' This quote gives the evidence that Henry has a courteous side to him. This means that he has respect and belief that his subjects will stand by him all the way. Henry is very patient in this scene since the French ambassador took a long time to come and see Henry and proves his claim is right to the throne. Henry's reply to the Dauphin's message shows dignity, self-control and wit. There is also, menacing determination in his speech. The message from the Dauphin was that Henry's life was always a game so he sent Henry tennis balls to play with. Henry using his self controls turns the gift to mocker the Dauphin by saying the war will be a brutal game.
Henry V act 4 scene 3.
In this scene, before the battle against the Dauphin, Henry gives an inspiring speech to his listeners and soldiers. The dialogue gives his men the purpose and confidence to go into battle. Henry brings into play a great deal of friendly provisions in his verbal communication. Furthermore he embraces God, to illustrate his religious side. The expressions he delivers to his supporters, has influenced his men that he is a dedicated leader. The speech is very effective on his soldier in this particular scene. Henry employs a great number of effectiveness in his lecture. Initially he takes into consideration that his soldiers are in close relationship with him. Relationship between Henry and his nobles are friendly and caring. This is assured 'my cousin Westmorland. My fair cousin.' Cousin in this situation refers to a close relationship with Henry. He also employs that there should be confidence upon them. Moreover Westmorland notifies Henry that they require additional men, but Henry replies 'the fewer men, the greater the share of honour.' Henry is revealing to his men that they need dedication in God and themselves. Another significant element of his speech is when he instructs his men that if they wish not to fight they were excused from the battle and were allowed passage back home, 'his passport shall be made.' On the other hand he states that if
Ben Bonarius Explain the Effect of Henry V’S Speech As If You Had Been There the Effect of Henry V’S Speech Was Extraordinary.
Ben Bonarius EXPLAIN THE EFFECT OF HENRY V'S SPEECH AS IF YOU HAD BEEN THERE The effect of Henry V's speech was extraordinary. Men were possessed. Before the speech men were writing to their families. Explaining how they treasured them in their hearts, and they doubt they will see them again. I woke in the mornings with a cold sweat cold, from another restless night. By restless I mean a night of haunting nightmares. My hopes drown deeper as I discover we are returning to the battlefields. At first I thought this was a joke. Our army is ravenous and terribly weary. The field is like a pigsty, everyone smells and there is a shortage of water. Hunger is getting to many of the soldiers, some have resulted to eating anything that moves. Many of my dearest friends have deceased. I dragged them back, but it was no use, they were all dead. I made sure they had a proper burial. But In this world, it doesn't matter how good a soldier you are. If you are in the wrong place at the wrong time your life is over. The battlefields are a plague of dead bodies. I still can't get the murmuring and screaming of the injured out my head. They are like poltergeists. Our men are being crushed like ants each day. There's no hope among the soldiers, another day is just another death sentence, and the only thing they strive on is their family. I guess, PAUSE you either get busy living, or
Munby's Henry V: Full Of Fun
Munby's Henry V: Full of Fun Jonathan Munby's version of Henry V has a contemporary battlefield with soldiers running around in camouflage gear and machine guns, and the fields of France are reduced to a metal grill! But do not be discouraged as this so-called metal grill has a few tricks up its sleeve. It could become a steeply sloping ramp dramatically emerging for the exciting battle charge with cannons belching smoke and the rumble of war never far away and then turn into a metallic bridge rising up through pouring rain, under which soldiers wade through water in their modern army clothing. The play in its 'techno' feel truly livens up the atmosphere with gunshot's galore, ear-popping explosions and bright flashes of white light. Even if you couldn't understand the English/French dialect you could at least enjoy the 'fizz, bang and pop'. The night before Agincourt is more important in this play than the battle. The most memorable moment here is when Henry throws off his cloak, announcing himself "Harry Leroy," and still manages to fool the soldier Williams. Nevertheless Cowan (debut as a leading character) as Henry is quite admirable as he timidly starts his speeches and nearly ends up in shouts of rage which can be heard over the cries of war. At the start of the play he appears initially as a nervous young boy in an uncomfortable suit, however, during the battle