King John (Annotated Edition)

A history of power, loyalty, and betrayal — Shakespeare’s King John portrays the turbulent reign of a monarch challenged by foreign threats, dynastic claims, and shifting alliances. This annotated edition makes the play vivid and accessible with What’s Just Happened recaps after every scene, Context Snacks on monarchy, succession, and performance history, plus detailed analysis after the text. Character portraits (King John, Eleanor, Arthur, Philip the Bastard, Constance), unpacked themes (power, legitimacy, betrayal, loyalty, nationhood), and key quotes with commentary are paired with critical perspectives, making this edition valuable for students, teachers, performers, and general readers.