King Richard the Second Shakespeare Rolfe 1918 Illustrated American Book Co. HC

King Richard the Second by William Shakespeare is a historical tragedy about kingship, political legitimacy, and the downfall of Richard II as Henry Bolingbroke challenges his rule. Its celebrated language examines the responsibilities and fragility of power.

This illustrated 1918 hardcover edition is associated with editor William J. Rolfe and the American Book Company. Of interest to Shakespeare readers, students, and collectors of vintage dramatic texts.