Let's set the context: Henry's small army is in France. Henry is claiming rights to certain titles and land in France and the French are disputing his claims. ... A large French force is now facing them; the cream of French chivalry is waiting for them at Agincourt. ... Like all good motivational speakers he was passionate and committed to what he was saying. ...
Professor Hopkins agreed, saying Shakespeare was probably a humanist (Shakespeare and Religion 1). ... French and English celebrations of Twelfth Night included a King's Cake, remembering the visit of the Three Magi, and ale or wine (a King's Cake is part of the observance of Mardi Gras in French Catholic culture of the Southern USA). ...
Her strength in scheming is highlighted when she learns of an impending war against her youngest sister and the King of France. ... Before she parts with her husband, the King of France, she reveals to her sisters that she knows of their lies and treachery, that they do not and can never love their Father in the ways they have stated, saying, The jewels of our father, with washed eyes Cordelia leaves you. ...
