Pechter's "Too Much Violence: Murdering Wives in Othello" The Author's Argument Othello according to the author is the renaissance play where the most heinous act of violence against women occurs. He says "of all the acts of violence against wome Continue Reading...
Othello continues to change the subject and make light of it, but Desdemona persists asking "Shall't be to-night at supper?" And "To-morrow dinner, then?" (I, ii). From Othello's responses, it is clear that he is becoming annoyed. However, Desdemona Continue Reading...
Othello as a Tragic Hero Thesis: Othello fits Aristotle’s definition of a tragic hero because he meets all four of the philosopher’s conditions: 1) he is great, 2) he demonstrates nobility or manly valor, 3) his character is authentic and Continue Reading...
Anyone who through merit broke through the class barrier and moved up a notch aroused fierce jealousy amongst those left behind who knew they would not follow. (De Bono, E. 2001) In this sense, jealousy is a part of human nature and does not only e Continue Reading...
