The first stage of his transformation is when the Prince comes to the realization that his rebellious conduct must end and he must participate in his princely duties. As we see in Hal's soliloquy, it is quite apparent that he has given a great deal of thought to his somewhat lawless lifestyle and to the importance of being an honorable prince. This was also apparent in his response to participating in the highway robbery with Falstaff and Poins, when Hal says "Who, I rob? I a thief? Not by my faith" (Shakespeare 1.2, p 7). In the end, Hal decides to enlist in the robbery in order to play a practical joke on his friend Falstaff and to hear his "incomprehensible lies that this same fat rogue will tell" (Shakespeare 1.2, p 8). In

These are the factors that lead to Hal's soliloquy, and ultimately to his realization. In his soliloquy, Hal makes clear that he understands that his Tavern companions are like “contagious clouds” (Shakespeare 1.2, p 9) and he promises to remain with them only until the time arises when he chooses to show the world his true self. “So when this loose behavior I throw off/And pay the debt I never promised,” (Shakespeare 1.2, p 9). Hal also expresses his thoughts that his subsequent transformation will produce more praise when compared with his old riotous lifestyle in Eastcheap. He states, “My reformation, glittering o’er my fault/Shall show more goodly and attract more eyes,” because he will be more impressive than his former self (Shakespeare 1.2, p 9).

These three distinct phases: realization, motivation, and action, each help characterize and present the transformation of Hal in the play. In his soliloquy, Hal comes to the realization that he will have to redeem himself sooner or later. Hal is then provided with motivation from his father's words, which later fuels him into action. Finally Hal completes his transformation through the acts of defeating Douglas and slaying Hotspur. By the end of the story, Hal’s character transformation is complete. He went from an unruly and rebellious adolescent at the beginning to an admired hero of the court by the end. Kelli Frost-Allred from the Midsummer Magazine, sums up the story quite well in her quote, “Take my word for this one: You will find Henry IV Part 1 a stunningly beautiful and enlightening glimpse into English history” (Frost-Allred).

the Tavern scene at the end of Act 2.4, Hal admits that even though he went through with the robbery, he promised to return all the money they stole from the travelers. In doing so, Hal is attempting to rationalize away misgivings; in part about the life he leads in Eastch

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