In looking at only two of Shakespeare's works, Hamlet and Othello, one can note how elements of the governmental structure are presented in demonstrations of obedience. ... In Othello, Othello commits the sin of murder. ... After killing his wife, Othello's whole world was taken from him. ... It can be argued that God was punishing Othello for his evil ways. ... Emilia, as she begins to realize what has led Othello to murder his wife, exclaims, "O God! ...

• Word Count: 1196
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

The Indian film industry has drawn heavily on Shakespeare as seen in movies like Angoor, where the plot is drawn almost entirely from "A Comedy of Errors" and Omkara, an adaptation of Othello. ... Thomas Hardy chose "Under the Greenwood Tree" as the title for one of his novels, alluding to the following lines from Shakespeare's "As You Like It": Under the green wood tree / Who loves to lie with me / And turn his merry note / Unto the sweet bird's throat. " The astute quality of Shakespeare's plots is highlighted by the depth of the characterization. ...

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• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: Undergraduate