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Henry V - differences between young and old.
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DIFFERENCES BETWEEN YOUNG AND OLD IN HENRY IV (i) The difference between young and old in Henry IV (i) is an important theme as it focuses on two of the chief characters in the play, Hal and Hotspur. Throughout the ages the young have been expected to emulate the old, and in most cases, the young have displeased the old by showing independence of mind. These two characters, considered as youths and possible future rulers, are exposed to father-figures whose actions will influence their conduct in later years. Both characters have two such father-figures; Bolingbroke and Falstaff for Prince Hal, and the Northumberland and Worcester for Hotspur. Both father-figures for Hal and Hotspur have obvious good and bad connotations in their influence on the character. For example, Falstaff, in his drinking and proclivities, is clearly a poor influence for a future ruler such as Prince Hal, and Worcester, who shares Hotspur's...
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