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King Henry VIII: Book Guide, Author and Facts

King Henry VIII by William Shakespeare — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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"This is the first fully annotated and comprehensive modern-spelling edition of King Henry VIII - known in its early performances as All is True - for over ten years. It makes full use of current scholarship on the dating, authorship, printing, and sources of the play, as well as critical interpretations, and includes an up-to-date survey of the play in performance.

Quick facts about King Henry VIII

  • Title: King Henry VIII
  • Author: William Shakespeare
  • First published: 1670
  • Genre: drama, kings and rulers, history
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL361246W

Where to read King Henry VIII

King Henry VIII by William Shakespeare is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is King Henry VIII about?

"This is the first fully annotated and comprehensive modern-spelling edition of King Henry VIII - known in its early performances as All is True - for over ten years.

Who wrote King Henry VIII?

King Henry VIII was written by William Shakespeare.

When was King Henry VIII published?

King Henry VIII was first published in 1670.

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