In Shakespeare's The Tempest, Prospero is always pointed out as a truly moral main character. ... Throughout Shakespeare's entire play, it is necessary to consider Prospero's actions and his behavior to have a better view on this character. A careful examination on The Tempest, especially on Prospero, can create a new negative character in the play. ... Some critics point out that Prospero's behavior is one of elements that contribute to his status as a hero of The Tempest. ... However, Prospero's character is as villainous as his attitude. ...

• Word Count: 2097
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

The Tempest is filled with a range of characters that almost all show some striking similarities in human nature. ... (Tempest, pg. 61). ... (Tempest, pg. 65). ... Gonzalo's character description is "An honest old councillor," and that is exactly the type of role that Gonzalo plays (Tempest, pg. 59). ... Throughout the entire play, Prospero is manipulating character after character to get his way. ...

• Word Count: 1395
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

The theme is shown not only in the setting, but also in many of the characters. ... Nature is used throughout The Tempest in an external and physical way. ... These characters are socially adapted to the society in which they have lived in right through their entire life. ... There are many effects that the characters bestow in regards to being held on the island. ... It is clear that nature is used in many ways throughout The Tempest. ...

• Word Count: 1613
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

Prospero, who occupies the leading role in The Tempest, is one such character who seems to have good intentions, but acts incorrectly in an effort to accomplish his own personal goals. ... The more atrocious, vicious, and evil side of Prospero appears to be represented through the character Caliban. ... Also, the inclusion of these reflective characters can help the audience use the lessons that were present within The Tempest and apply them to their own lives. ... Kind of like Caliban and Prospero and how and how Ariel ties into these characters and help understand Prospero. Therefore, within...

• Word Count: 1545
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Explore Shakespeare's presentation and use of relationships in The Tempest. ... These emotions can be seen from many different kinds of characters and these characters are all important to each aspect of the play. ... Prospero has the power and speaks the most in The Tempest. ... This shows his hatred to Prospero and that he doesn't care for Prospero anymore. ... Prospero threatens to curse Caliban if he does not do what Prospero says; this shows that Prospero is particularly the worse to Caliban. ...

• Word Count: 1528
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School