De Quincey's true moors of suffering are embedded in repeated occurrences of separation. ... De Quincey's lament for Ann is consoled by the thought of the peaceful death his "Magdalen" should have been paid: I now wish to see her no longer; but think of her, more gladly, as one long since laid in the grave; in the grave, I would hope, of a Magdalen; taken away, before injuries and cruelty had blotted out and transfigured h...

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Act 1, Scene 1 Line 20-34 - Reasons Why Iago Hates Othello Iago tells Roderigo that he knows his well enough to know that he deserved the position of lieutenant, however Othello had already chosen Cassio , a Florentine, who has no more knowledge on warfare than an old lady and has absolutely no experience in battle while Iago is just his ancient. ... Line 67 - "Thick-lips" " White men were dominant and thought to be superior over any other race and this is evident when Roderigo used a derogatory term and racial slur, "thick-lips' towards the Moor, Othello. ...

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Between 1560 and 1603 over 16,000 people were convicted of being witches and were burned to death. ... They are set upon the moor to appear isolated from society to make them more fearful. They arrange to meet with Macbeth on the moor; this is because they can draw him into their world. ... After discussing spells they predict that Macbeth is coming over the moor and prepare themselves. ... Angus said that the last Thane of Cawdor was put to death for being a traitor. ...

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