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The Theme of Justice in King Lear
Before you begin an exploration of this theme, you should ask yourself the following questions: A structured approach to this theme will help you to unravel its complexities in the play. Therefore, following the structure below will help you. All you have to do is look for the relevant quotation. Tips: Your focus here should Continue reading
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King Lear Important Quotation
King Lear General Quotes Cordelia: Nothing.Lear: Nothing can come of nothing, speak again. Which of you shall we say doth love us most?(King Lear to daughters) Unhappy that I am, I cannot heaveMy heart into my mouth. I love your majestyAccording to my bond; no more nor less.(Cordelia to King Lear) Let it be so. Continue reading
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Iago in Othello
Character of Iago Central points: Overall analysis: A completely diabolical villain who exploits characters’ weaknesses and seizes any opportunity to create discord. He remains one of Shakespeare’s most heinous villains. Iago’s contempt for Othello is established from the beginning of the play. In his discussion with Roderigo in scene one, he openly admits that he Continue reading
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The Role of Kent in King Lear
Overview: The character of Kent performs a number of dramatic functions in the play: Kent is the epitome of fidelity in the play- he remains absolutely and unquestionably faithful to Lear throughout and serves as a foil to the treacherous and immoral characters as well as providing much needed relief from the cynical evil and Continue reading
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Hamlet Slideshow
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1MagsbYwLF6uQ3Hc8oq4ifqM9xBDOtMw4f-YSqDLH6VA/edit Continue reading
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Character of Iago in Othello
Character of Iago Central points: Overall analysis: A completely diabolical villain who exploits characters’ weaknesses and seizes any opportunity to create discord. He remains one of Shakespeare’s most heinous villains. Iago’s contempt for Othello is established from the beginning of the play. In his discussion with Roderigo in scene one, he openly admits that he Continue reading
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King Lear Character Overview
There is perhaps no tragic hero in Shakespearean literature whose fatal flaw is so incontrovertibly evidenced in the opening scene. We are immediately introduced to Lear’s hubris, as he forces his daughters to compete for their share of his kingdom in a test that is as superficial as it is superfluous. He is oblivious to Continue reading
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