The prominent theme of jealousy is explored through the protagonist and antagonist; Othello and Iago. ... Not only does Shakespeare explore the key idea of jealousy within the play, but he also explores the theme of deception, primarily through the antagonist Iago. ...
In life today and life back in the time that "Othello" was written by Shakespeare there has always been a sort of battle between good and evil. This struggle between good and evil is both an outward conflict and internal struggle as demonstrated by some of the characters in "Othello." In "Othello," ...
In our time at class we have read several plays such as the plays "Othello" and "Hedda Gabbler". Although these plays take part at very different times and locations both the themes and the characters in the plays remain extremely similar to one another. Such as the characters Iago and Hedda, these ...
Shakespeare's writing tends to have an antagonist who is power hungry. In the play "Othello" the bad guy, Iago, uses his perceptiveness to pick up on Othello's doubts towards Desdemona's faithfulness in order to destroy their relationship. Iago is able to use his people skills to get close to Othe...
On a superficial level, the story of "Othello" is one of jealousy, love and an unquenchable thirst for power. When we take a step closer and delve into what's happening, it's easy to see the problems surrounding possession, ownership, power, property, politics, security, insecurity, and love. On the...
Hence, the theme of difference is core to the Shakespearian tragedy "Othello" and is depicted through temperamental differences of the protagonist and antagonist, the challenging of societal norms as well as the gender relations between characters and most notably, through Othello's stand as a foreigner in Venetian society....
When analyzing the character of Emilia in Shakespeare's "Othello," one must take into account her conjugal relationship with Iago; an unconventional type of love that Emilia falls deeply into and eventually leads her to the edge of villainy. Emilia, is the wife of Iago and attendant of Desdemona and...
When watching TV it isn't that hard to find shows about crime or police detectives. What is more difficult to find is a show that can successfully incorporate the ides of trust and proof into their stories. Two plays in particular come into mind involving these ideas. Othello by Shakespeare and Tart...
