In Part-I of The History of King Henry IV historical details go hand-in-hand with the comic aspect of the plot. Falstaff, Shakespeare’s best humorous character, is the figure whose entrances have been anticipated by audiences of every period. Because of Falstaff, comedy and history join dramatically in this play. This edition of Henry IV, Part-I comprises: An Introduction to Shakespeare and His Concept of Historical Plays Complete Original Text with Annotations and Paraphrase Explanation of Important Passages Critical Appraisal of Characters Comprehensive Discussion on Important Textual Aspects Important University Questions with Answers Selected Literary Criticism