Henry VIII (Annotated Edition)

A play of politics, religion, and royal power — Shakespeare’s Henry VIII (co-written with John Fletcher) dramatizes the downfall of Queen Katherine and the rise of Anne Boleyn against the backdrop of Tudor history. This annotated edition makes the play clear and compelling with What’s Just Happened recaps after every scene, Context Snacks on Tudor monarchy, Reformation politics, and performance history, plus detailed analysis after the text. Character portraits (Henry, Katherine, Wolsey, Cranmer, Anne), unpacked themes (power, faith, corruption, gender, succession), and key quotes with commentary are paired with critical perspectives, making this a versatile edition for students, teachers, performers, and general readers.