Henry V

by John Dover Wilson

First published 2019

King Henry V leads his vastly outnumbered English troops across the Channel, determined to reclaim his family's French lands. But the battle-hardened French army stands in his way, their superior numbers promising certain defeat. As Henry rallies his men with rousing speeches, the fate of two nations hangs in the balance. This is the story of a young monarch's courage and sacrifice in the face of overwhelming adversity.

Genres: drama, historical-fiction, war, military-fiction

Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking

Tropes: enemies-to-allies, underdog

294 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Washington Square Press

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