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| Character | Cardinal Beaufort | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | Male | |
| Age Range(s) | Adult (36-50), Senior (>50) | |
| Type of monologue / Character is | Persuasive | |
| Type | Dramatic | |
| Period | Renaissance | |
| Genre | Historical, Drama | |
| Description | Cardinal Beaufort urges English lords not to trust Gloucester | |
| Location | ACT I, Scene 1 | |
Summary
This is the first scene of the play. The French wars are over and a peace treaty has been presented to King Henry VI. In exchange of the regions of Anjou and Maine he is given Margaret of Anjou's hand. Gloucester is displeased by the treaty and expresses his outrage.
In this monologue Cardinal Beaufort, who dislikes Gloucester, addresses a group of English lords to convince them that Gloucester is dangerous to them all because he has his sights on the English crown, and, being Henry V's brother, he would become the next king if Henry VI died. He urges them not to believe whatever Gloucester tells them
In this monologue Cardinal Beaufort, who dislikes Gloucester, addresses a group of English lords to convince them that Gloucester is dangerous to them all because he has his sights on the English crown, and, being Henry V's brother, he would become the next king if Henry VI died. He urges them not to believe whatever Gloucester tells them
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| CARDINAL So, there goes our protector in a rage. 'Tis known to you he is mine enemy, Nay, more, an enemy unto you all, And no great friend, I fear me, to the king. Consider, lords, he is the next of blood, And heir apparent to the English crown: Had Henry got an empire by his marriage, And all the wealthy kingdoms of the west, There's reason he should be displeased at it. Look to it, lords! let not his smoothing words Bewitch your hearts; be wise and circumspect. What though the common people favour him, Calling him 'Humphrey, the good Duke of Gloucester,' Clapping their hands, and crying with loud voice, 'Jesu maintain your royal excellence!' With 'God preserve the good Duke Humphrey!' I fear me, lords, for all this flattering gloss, He will be found a dangerous protector. |
