Comparison of Iago in Othello and Antony in Julius Caesar
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This 7 page paper compares and contrasts the two Shakespearean characters. Similar elements of the characters' nature are noted. The plot lines of each work are touched on. No additional sources cited.
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Deception in Hamlet & Othello
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A 5 page research paper that contrasts and compares the use of deception in these two plays. The writer argues that in both plays, characters, specifically Hamlet and Iago, engage in deceptive actions that are intended to manipulate others. However, the motivations behind the deception in each instances are totally different. Hamlet is tortured about whether revenge against his uncle is the correct action, that is, action that is justified and noble. Iago, on the other hand, is the epitome of evil and positively revels in his duplicity. Nevertheless, certain parallels can be drawn between the Iago and the prince of Denmark. Both Iago and Hamlet use manipulate language in order to deceive, and, also, they are both motivated, to a certain extent by repulsion at certain sexual liaisons. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Elements Which Make for Great Literature and Great Literary Writers
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A 5 page paper which discusses various literary works and literary authors, presenting what elements make them great. The authors and the works presented for discussion are Authors and works discussed are Shakespeare (Othello, Tempest), Austen (Pride and Prejudice), Melville (Billy Budd), Shaw (Pygmalion), and Naylor (Mama Day). Bibliography lists 5 additional sources.
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Emotion in Othello and Macbeth
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This 5 page paper examines the two Shakespearean tragedies and looks at the characters' abilities to use reason. It is suggested that the characters are run on emotion and use little reason. Several quotes from the plays are provided. No additional sources cited.
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Fathers In Shakespeare
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This 7 page paper analyzes the behaviors the fathers in three specific plays: Much Ado About Nothing, King Lear, and Macbeth. The attributes of the fathers caused the deaths of their children in two cases and significant heartache in the other. The three share some similarities in terms of their personalities and goals in life but they are also quite different from each other. The writer points out these differences and similarities with supporting text. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Features that Define a Major Piece of Literature
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A 5 page paper which addresses the elements that define a major piece of literary work, as well as the elements that define a major writer.. Authors and works discussed are Shakespeare (Othello, Tempest, Much Ado About Nothing), Austen (Pride and Prejudice), Melville (Billy Budd), and Shaw (Pygmalion). Bibliography lists 5 additional sources.
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Festive and Dark Comedies: Shakespeare
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A 6 page paper which compares and contrasts some of Shakespeare's festive and dark comedies. The festive plays discussed are "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and the "Taming of the Shrew." The Dark comedies discussed are "The Winter's Tale" and "The Tempest." Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.
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Film Interpretations of Shakespeare
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A 10 page paper which examines how Shakespeare is interpreted differently by numerous film makers. The films discussed are “Hamlet,” “Romeo and Juliet,” “Othello,” and “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead.” Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Hamlet & Measure For Measure / The Power of Identity
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5 pages in length-- Focuses on Shakespeare's Ophelia (from Hamlet) and Mariana (from Measure For Measure). The writer notes that as similar as Ophelia and Mariana seem on the surface, however, their fates are very different. Ophelia has had every advantage in life -- nurturing, guidance, and love -- but Mariana is the one whose firm orientation to her goal will allow her to triumph. Bibliography lists four sources including the two plays.
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