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How does Shakespeare create an atmosphere of unrest and lawlessness in Act I of Henry IV Part II?
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Jacqui Talbot L6I September 20th 2003 'What trust is in these times?' How does Shakespeare create an atmosphere of unrest and lawlessness in Act I of Henry IV Part II? England is in a state of unrest and unease. These feelings are being felt in all levels of society. King Henry's weak position on the throne becomes more pronounced in part II than previously in part I. As King Henry is a usurper his royal position is not rightfully his, which makes him uncertain of his safety due to the circumstances. An induction is a prologue, or an explanation of what the play will be about. Rumour is a symbolic or allegorical figure of the kind often appearing in plays until after Shakespeare's death. Rumour firstly gives a general account of what he does, 'Open your ears; for which of you will stop The vent of hearing when loud rumour speaks?' Rumour creates a sense...
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