“in that small [time] most greatly lived this star of England: Fortune made his sword, By which the world's best garden he achiev'd And left it to his son imperial lord. Henry the Sixth, in infant bands crown'd King of France and England did this King succeed; Whose state so many of had the managing, That they lost France and made his England bleed.”
Quote by William Shakespeare
Work
Shakespeare's King Henry V
This historical drama explores the transformation of Henry V from a young and irresponsible prince to a formidable leader, highlighting his military victories and political maneuverings during the Hundred Years' War. more
Author
William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare (1564 - April 23, 1616) was one of the greatest poets of the English Renaissance, renowned for his dramatic works. His plays spanned a variety of genres, including tragedy, comedy, and history, and have had a profound impact on literature worldwide. more
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