Tragic Hero: Othello
Tragic Hero: Othello
In all tragedies there must be a character that experiences disaster. In The Tragedy of Othello, Othello qualifies as tragic hero because poor judgement causes a catastrophe that he did not deserve, ultimately reversing his fate. Jealousy, lack of judgement, and concern for reputation are some of Othello’s flaws, but the principle flaw that causes his downfall is that he trusts easily. Iago knows that Othello is too trusting and plans to exploit that. During his soliloquy when he is plotting Othello’s downfall, Iago says, “[Othello] thinks men honest that but seem to be so; / And will as tenderly be led by th’ nose / As asses are” (I. iii. 392-393). Iago uses Othello as a pawn in his game. His manipulation causes Othello
In all tragedies there must be a character that experiences disaster. In The Tragedy of Othello, Othello qualifies as tragic hero because poor judgement causes a catastrophe that he did not deserve, ultimately reversing his fate. Jealousy, lack of judgement, and concern for reputation are some of Othello’s flaws, but the principle flaw that causes his downfall is that he trusts easily. Iago knows that Othello is too trusting and plans to exploit that. During his soliloquy when he is plotting Othello’s downfall, Iago says, “[Othello] thinks men honest that but seem to be so; / And will as tenderly be led by th’ nose / As asses are” (I. iii. 392-393). Iago uses Othello as a pawn in his game. His manipulation causes Othello