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This play, believed to be co-authored by William Shakespeare and John Fletcher, presents a series of episodes from the life of King Henry VIII, including his divorce from Catherine of Aragon, his marriage to Anne Boleyn, and the rise and fall of powerful figures like Cardinal Wolsey. The title 'All is True' suggests a claim to historical accuracy, though the work blends fact with dramatic interpretation. The play is notable for its pageantry and its exploration of themes such as loyalty, ambition, and the shifting nature of power in Tudor England.
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