"King Henry the Eighth" is one of the outstanding tragedies of the English playwright William Shakespeare. This play tells the story of the reign of the famous English monarch Henry VIII. This tragedy is complemented by elements of comedy and drama, which allows us to understand the complexity of the king's character and the nuances of his regime. The main focus of the play is on the conflicts that arise in the king's family: his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, childhood friends, his relationship with the adored Anne Boleyn, who opposes Catherine. These historical events are woven into a fascinating plot that explores themes of power, religion, love and devotion. "King Henry the Eighth" is not only a historical narrative, but also a deep concluding work, which asks the reader questions about the nature of power and the value of human life. Shakespeare skillfully reproduces the inner peace of the characters and demonstrates how their actions affect the story. Each episode of the play is filled with deep meaning and drama, which makes it one of the most outstanding works of world literature."