The Manipulation Of Brabantio In William Shakespeare's Othello

This idea is present in the case of two characters. Brabantio and Emilia never used Othello’s name (Berry 322). Brabantio is oddly strange since Othello became the man’s son-in-law. It shows that he never truly accepts him into society. The fact that Othello’s name was not utilized by most people shows the racial tendencies of the Venetian people. Lastly, Othello’s race and the racism around him made him an easy target to be manipulated by Iago. Othello walked right into Iago’s trap by doing exactly what Iago wanted him to do. Iago’s racism originated from his envy of Othello’s position and achievements. By insulting Othello’s race, Iago recognizes that he has a tactic to control Othello’s life and take his spot by manipulating him using his