The Power Of Words In Henry V

The Power of Words
Patrick Rothfuss wrote in one of his most recognized books that “words are pale shadows of forgotten names. As names have power, words have power. [They] can light fires in the minds of men. [They] can wring tears from the hardest hearts” (Rothfuss 673). Words can influence, build, inspire or even demolish an individual. They are the most powerful weapon in the history of civilization, since they are capable of changing a person’s life for the better or even drive someone insane. In the play “Henry V” by William Shakespeare one can easily admire the power that words have on individuals through the famous king’s speeches. They inspire and even sometimes intimidate the audience. His speeches are also an essential part of the play, without them England would not have won the Battle of Agincourt during the Hundred Year’s War.
The king Henry speaks a great majority in this play since he is aware of the power of his charisma and efficiency in which he transmits his messages. When a messenger delivers a box of tennis balls to Henry as an insulting reminder of his immature and irresponsible youth, Henry responds with a intimidating message. This is the moment when Henry officially
He pursues his goals incessantly to the end and presents himself as an unstoppable force. The psychological weapon that Henry utilizes has a powerful strength which is essential for the English to win the Battle of Agincourt. With his speeches he can intimidate his greatest enemies and also inspire his troops, being able to persuade nearly anyone who hears him. In each of his speeches, Henry seems to be only speaking his mind, but when analyzing them further one can see they are brilliantly crafted and how they manipulate the minds of his listeners. The power of his words, he and his band of brothers will always be remembered for the glorious Saint Crispin’s