The story of Othello allows for multiple interpretations of who the primary protagonist or antagonist is amongst its cast of characters. Aside from Shakespeare’s titling of them‚ each character’s motives‚ personality and goals have understandable reasoning‚ which allows the reader to create their own titles for each character they are presented. This style of storytelling Shakespeare has chosen gives a role to the personal experiences and opinions of the reader as they are interpreting the text.
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Knowledge is power. This is a commonly accepted fact‚ it also applies to Othello‚ Brave New World‚ and Pride and Prejudice. Iago uses his knowledge of power to manipulate‚ trick‚ and ultimately destroy a relationship. John has power in his knowledge and he uses it to set himself free from the World State. Elizabeth uses her power to make knowledgable decisions about her future. The power that comes with knowledge is the common theme throughout these three texts. In Othello‚ Iago is a power
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Looking back at the 1600 – 1700’s‚ we can see that there are some characteristics that make up what is now known as Neoclassicism‚ which are different from previous time periods. One difference is their Three Principles: morality‚ reality‚ and generality. Reality means that they confined their writing to things that could actually happen in real life. Morality is supposed to teach one how to live life‚ so that they are able to go to a better place. Neoclassicists felt that for people to believe what
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In the play Othello written by Shakespeare‚ Iago is characterized as an individual who is both manipulative‚ egoistic and troubled. He had previously suspected that Othello‚ otherwise known as Moor had slept with his wife Emilia. Leaving Iago with a strong desire for revenge. Shakespeare successfully uses diction and symbolism throughout the passage. These devices are used to provide the reader insights regarding Iago’s character and motivation. Shakespeare indirectly depicts Iago’s persona as
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security; making him vulnerable through this manipulation. Through line “Villan‚ be sure thou prove my love a whore; Be sure of it. Give me the ocular proof;” the reader can clearly see the inner self of Othello that is in a desire of proof against Desdemona and the trace of Othello’s
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more when Iago begins to challenge his comfort. “As Dian’s visage‚ is now begrimed and black as mine own face” (I.III.399) compares Desdemona’s supposed impurity to Othello’s black skin. To some this may just be simply comparing the color black to Desdemona but considering the fact that Othello is already called “The Moor”‚ it may actually be him internalizing the fact that he is not the same as the Venetians. Bringing attention to one’s noticeable differences often times makes individuals believe that
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misperception; Emilia’s death attests to this. Iago’s skewed perception of Cassio and Desdemona’s relationship allow him to deceive Othello and Roderigo. Sixteenth century gender roles (Explore themes of reputation‚ also talk about gender) Emilia and Desdemona share one major similarity: they both meet a tragic demise at the hands of their husbands. However‚ both women serve as character foils for each other. Emilia’s crass nature contrasts Desdemona’s docility. Their views on marriage vary greatly (insert
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Othello has forced her‚ or tricked her. Othello Act 1‚ Sc 3 Quotes "She loved me for the dangers I had passed‚ And I loved her that she did pity them. This only is the witchcraft I have used. Here comes the lady. Let her witness it." Speaker: Desdemona Audience: Brabantio Explication: But this man here is my husband now‚ and I owe him as much as my mother owed you‚ just as she preferred you to her own father. So I have to give my obedience to the Moor‚ my husband. "And so much duty as my
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Othello as a tragic hero. 2. Some commentators have claimed that the character of Othello is not admirable enough to be a tragic hero. Examine two or three key episodes in the play and discuss whether you agree with this viewpoint. 3. Desdemona is sometimes played as a passive sacrificial victim at other times she is portrayed as a more active and self-willed character. Write about how Shakespeare presents her character and consider her role in the development of the tragedy. 4. To
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“Othello Modernized” I will be writing a comparison between Othello‚ a fictional hero‚ and Obama president of the United States of America. Othello was a pride‚ kind‚ and determined man full of life and strength but he had one disadvantage‚ the color of his skin. Othello was an African American and even as a high ranking captain he was constantly a victim of racism and discrimination. This mostly due to the fact that he was married to a white women and living in a largely white community. With
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