In Othello by William Shakespeare, the handkerchief serves as tangible evidence for Iago to convince Othello that Desdemona has been having an affair with Cassio. Although it had a limited appearance in the novel, the strawberry embroidered handkerchief turns Othello’s suspicions of Cassio and Desdemona’s alleged affair into full blown hatred and represents, in Othello’s eyes, the loss of love and the birth of betrayal. Without the presence of the handkerchief, Iago does not have a physical, damning
Then you would be able to see whether or not that person is faithful to you. In Othello by William Shakespeare, he has proven mistrust can lead to conflict that may result in a negative end. Desdemona’s relationship with Othello was very lovely towards the beginning in Act 1. Desdemona would beg Brabantio just to
has succeeded to implant the seeds of skepticism in Othello’s mind and to what extent Desdemona’s handkerchief will be used to make Othello skeptic. The soliloquy of Emilia “My wayward husband hath a hundred times” (Othello, 3. 3. 296) is important to mention here because the idea of using Desdemona’s handkerchief for an evil purpose did not come
lose his case with Othello. This is a major quote because she will continue to talk about Cassio to Othello and he may potentially become suspicious of the situation; especially sense Iago is telling him all of these lies. 2.) "Where should I lose that handkerchief, Emilia?"(3.3.18) Desdemona is extremely nervous that she lost her handkerchief because it was a meaningful gift from Othello. She says she would rather lose her purse with all of her money then lose this handkerchief, that’s how much
it is the symbolism of value and affection. The handkerchief in “Othello” by William Shakespeare embodies several significances, in which it is a symbolization of faithfulness and affection—but can also be perceived as a sign of destruction. The handkerchief does not only symbolize the love between Othello and Desdemona, but it also plays a crucial role in plot developing and setting the atmosphere. We will see throughout the play that the handkerchief expresses the different sides the characters,
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
Who is the true villain: Othello or Iago? Manipulation is the The deaths happened in result of Iago's plotting to claim revenge against Othello and Cassio because of Othello's judgement towards giving Cassio the promotion of a military position, instead of Iago. In Shakespeare’s Othello, Iago is more of a villain than Othello because of his ability to notice weaknesses within people, and use those weaknesses to manipulate them through his lies. , Iago plotting his way through the play, enabled
Othello is exemplified and referred to as an exceptional character that falls as the result of a tragic flaw. Othello; a black moor downfalls from a highly respected general to a jealous man who murders his own wife and himself. Othello is portrayed as a man that shows greatness; as a general from Venice who received high respect from his townspeople. However, Othello suffers from a moral dilemma, “jealousy.” Therefore he becomes convinced by a once trusted, scheming friend;Iago, that his wife, Desdemona
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
Othello, written by William Shakespeare, is about hot the main character Othello is manipulated by Iago and suicides after smother his wife Desdemona because he takes his appearances as reality and believes she is unfaithful. Shakespeare uses language features which are dramatic irony, symbolism and imagery to manipulate the reader’s response to the idea of appearances become reality. In the play Othello, dramatic irony is a language feature used to manipulate the reader’s response to the idea of