A man’s race has been the cause of consternation and prejudice across generations. In Shakespeare’s tragedy Othello, race was proven to be paramount in the downfall of Othello, as it formed the basis of his insecurities and provided a foundation for the jealousy that drives the play. In addition to the deceit and dishonesty he is subjected to, Othello’s character deteriorates throughout the play to a weak shadow of his former self as a result of the racist attitudes surrounding him. Racism, dishonesty
be able to trust one another and not fear deception. Unfortunately, some take advantage of others' faith in them, but this can usually be prevented if the trusting use a little scrutiny before believing a lie. Well remembered is the treachery of Othello's ancient, Iago, in the play Othello, by William Shakespeare. Though the misfortunes which befall the characters throughout the play can often be traced back to the deeds of Iago, in the end, it is Othello himself who brings the great tragedy of the
to life, becoming the director of our emotions of the play through his subtle acts of manipulation. Iago’s soliloquy in Act 1, Scene 3 reveals to the audience that deception will be a key theme in Othello. As a result of Iago’s soliloquies, for a significant portion of the play, to the audience only, is Iago’s true nature of deception, manipulation and scheming revealed. These of which, debatably, are said to be driven by betrayal and envy. Based on the understanding of dramatic irony, the words
Act 1 of Othello is crucial in establishing the main themes which pervades the play making them particularly pertinent in ones understanding of the whole of the play. It introduces various key themes such as the race and otherness, explores the idea of deception and manipulation through its complex, ambiguous characters and establishes the setting of Venice. One of the key themes explored in the first act of Othello is that of witchcraft and devilish magic and its relation to Othello’s race and
manipulation in Shakespeare’s Othello and Macbeth. “Manipulation is to “control or influence (a person or situation) cleverly or unscrupulously. “ (Oxford dictionary) In Othello, Iago uses manipulation slowly climbing up the stairs of hierarchy to get to his general, who he hates. The flaw of Othello and Macbeth is that they are either easily manipulated or influenced which ultimately leads to their downfall. From beginning to end Iago moves the characters of Othello as if they were chessmen; he
Analysis The play “Othello” by William Shakespeare tells the story of Othello, a black Moor (Turk) and Desdemona, his wife, a white Venetian lady, torn apart by Iago who manipulates characters in the play in order to seek vengeance. Manipulation has been utilized in the play by different characters to deceive and gain an advantage. Iago, a compassionless and cruel man with a heart of stone manipulates good-natured minds to become as vile as a criminal's mind. Iago was jealous of Othello, and he believed
invested in his hatred for Othello? What might his motivation for plotting such deception and downfall? Is Iago a logical character—does he make sense, or seem recognizable to you? In the play Othello jealously is one of the main dangers between the characters throughout the play. The play shows how jealousy can be fueled by circumstantial evidence and can destroy lives. Jealousy is used in the form of hate throughout the play. The term the green eyed monster in the play Othello is represented through
In Shakespeare's Othello, Othello’s character changes drastically throughout the play. The noble general the audience is introduced to in act one becomes increasingly paranoid, and eventually murders his suspected wife due to his uncertainty of her loyalty. Iago and Roderigo introduce the audience to Othello. They slander his character, comparing him to an African Stallion, and insulting his race and “thick lips.” To the audience, Othello would be a uncouth and impolite character with unholy intentions
character in the play Othello by Shakespeare, William. Iago is smart, underestimated and ruthless character. Whose goal is to acquire power while also getting revenge from those who underestimate him, by manipulating his way through people. Iago, in the play Othello, is a very interesting villain. Even though he is often referred to as "Honest" Iago, he lies, cheats, steals, bullies, and even kills just to get what he wants. Iago starts off being evil when he finds out that Othello gave Cassio the position
reader discerns careful language choices. In Othello, the themes of jealousy and responsibility are understood through the use of Shakespeare’s language choices for Iago and Othello. Language is carefully crafted to make the play more compelling. The text is written in such a way that the audience can look past characters appearances and question what it is to be human. The play puts us within a play as we are forced to watch Iago’s deception of Othello as he devolves and becomes jealous. Thus causing