Speeches from Henry IV (I.ii.185-192-I.ii.1-9) Analyzed
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A 5 page paper which analyzes the speeches of Prince Hal and King Henry IV for metaphor, tone, how the speeches compare and contrast with each other. No additional sources cited.
Filename: HenryIV2.wps

The Play Within the Play of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' & the Human Relationships of the Characters
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This 6 page report discusses and compares the relationships of three of Shakespeare's well known couples - Pyramus and Thisbe, Theseus and Hippolyta, and Romeo and Juliet. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Shakes.wps

The Shakespeare Authorship Controversy
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This 6 page paper explores what some call one of the world's greatest mysteries, whether or not the works attributed to William Shakespeare were actually written by him. There is a movement to give credit to another who lived during the time period. The paper exposes that movement as having hidden motivations and concludes that William Shakespeare is the true author. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Shakauth.wps

The Theme of Innocence in William Shakespeare’s “The Winter’s Tale”
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A 5 page paper which examines how innocence is often subjected to blight, considers whether innocence has power in this play, and the relationship between purity and maturity. No additional sources are used.
Filename: TGwinno.rtf

The Women of William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” and “Coriolanus”
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A 3 page paper which compares and contrasts the female characters of each play (Lady Macbeth, Lady Macduff, and the Witches of “Macbeth,” and Volumnia, Virgilia, and Valeria of “Coriolanus”). Specifically considered are what these female characters symbolize and what conclusions can be drawn regarding the roles of women. No additional sources are used.
Filename: TGmaccor.rtf

Titus Andronicus as Tragic Hero
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A 6 page paper which examines how Shakespeare’s Titus Andronicus is a tragic hero. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAttu4.rtf

Titus’ Aaron and Othello’s Iago
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A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts the character of Aaron, in Shakespeare’s Titus Andronicus, with Iago, in Shakespeare’s Othello. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAtitot.rtf

Vengeance and Metamorphosis in Shakespeare’s “Titus Andronicus”
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A 4 page paper which examines the use of vengeance and metamorphosis in Shakespeare’s “Titus Andronicus.” Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: RAtitus.rtf

“The Winter’s Tale,” “Pandosto” and Paulina
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This 5 page report discusses the original inspiration for Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" that was Robert Greene's "Pandosto." In Shakespeare's play, an additional character, Paulina, has been added to the story. Her role in the play is examined and explained.
Filename: BWpandos.rtf