... dignity, In fair Verona, where we lay our scene, From ancient grudge break to new mutiny," (Shakespeare Prologue Lines 1-3) These are the opening words of William Shakespeare's ageless tale Romeo and Juliet. Over the years many people have proved the timeless relevance of Shakespeare's themes present in this particular play. The ... human emotions. In Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare writes about love emerging in the midst of hatred. These are themes that still apply today. Love and hate are emotions that will never disappear as time progresses. This is what still makes his works appeal to ...

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... power of the English" in attempt to strengthen a divided country. A much more implicit motive is his wish to divert attention from domestic issues such as the legitimacy of his rulership by organising the crusade. Here, Henry's exploitation of his quarelling nobles is evident. Manipulation is hidden by a seemingly genuine ... double to which Hal is often compared. In the beginning of the play Henry wishes that "some night-tripping fairy had exchanged our children where they lay; And called mine Percy, his Plantagenet!" Hotspur is "the theme of honour's tongue" whilst Hal is tainted by ...

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