The document provides a detailed summary of William Shakespeare's play Othello in 5 acts. It summarizes the key events and characters in each act, including Iago manipulating Othello into believing Desdemona has been unfaithful with Cassio by planting Desdemona's handkerchief on Cassio, leading Othello to strangle Desdemona to death in a fit of jealous rage. Iago's true motive was revenge against Othello for passing him over for a promotion in favor of Cassio.
This document provides background information on William Shakespeare's play Othello. It summarizes the key plot points and characters of the tragedy, which centers around the titular character Othello and his jealousy and betrayal by Iago. The document also provides context about Elizabethan theatre and performances of Othello during Shakespeare's lifetime.
Iago decides to sabotage Othello and Cassio out of bitterness over being passed up for a promotion. He stirs up Roderigo's jealousy of Othello's marriage to Desdemona and awakens her father Brabantio with claims of elopement. Brabantio is enraged but Othello and Desdemona convince the Duke of their love. Othello is called away to fight invaders in Cyprus, leaving Desdemona in Iago's care until she can join him. Iago plots to undermine Othello and Cassio.
Othello is one of Shakespeare's tragedies written around 1604 and thought to be based on an Italian story. It is set in Venice and Cyprus, though Shakespeare never visited these places. The play explores themes of racial tensions, as Othello is a Moorish general in the Venetian army who secretly marries the daughter of a senator. His ensign Iago hatches a plot to convince Othello that his wife Desdemona has been unfaithful by manipulating Othello's jealousy and rage. Iago's deception destroys Othello and Desdemona's marriage and ultimately leads to tragedy.
The document summarizes the major characters in Othello:
Othello is a respected black general in the Venetian army who is manipulated into jealousy and led to murder his wife Desdemona. Desdemona is a young Venetian woman who falls in love with and marries Othello, defying traditions. Iago is the play's antagonist who is consumed with jealousy and schemes to destroy Othello and Desdemona out of envy over being passed over for a promotion given to Cassio, Othello's young, inexperienced lieutenant.
Othello is a tragedy by William Shakespeare that follows the story of Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army. Iago, who is jealous of Othello and believes he slept with his wife, plots to destroy Othello by convincing him that his wife Desdemona has been unfaithful with his lieutenant Cassio. Through manipulation and lies, Iago is successful in making Othello believe this and driving him mad with jealousy, which ultimately leads Othello to murder Desdemona. The truth of Iago's schemes is revealed, and Othello kills himself in grief and remorse after realizing what he has done.
Act III sees Othello's jealousy and insecurity grow as Iago continues sowing seeds of doubt. Desdemona advocates for Cassio to be reinstated, fueling Othello's suspicions. Iago manipulates Othello into believing Desdemona has been unfaithful using the lost handkerchief as "proof." Othello vows revenge while losing his grip on reason and language. Chaos and emotion overtake the once orderly general as his tragic downfall progresses.
The document provides an analysis of John Donne's metaphysical poem "Batter My Heart" through a S.E.A (Statement, Evidence, Analysis) framework. Key points discussed include the violent imagery and imperative tone used to express the speaker's inner desperation and struggle to let God into his life. Various literary devices are examined such as syntax, lexis, imagery, phonology and an extended metaphor portraying God as a carpenter, military man and rapist to overwhelm the speaker. The analysis highlights how these techniques convey the complex nature of the speaker's argument and feelings of uncertainty and passion towards his decision and religion.
This document provides background information on William Shakespeare's play Othello. It summarizes the key plot points and characters of the tragedy, which centers around the titular character Othello and his jealousy and betrayal by Iago. The document also provides context about Elizabethan theatre and performances of Othello during Shakespeare's lifetime.
Iago decides to sabotage Othello and Cassio out of bitterness over being passed up for a promotion. He stirs up Roderigo's jealousy of Othello's marriage to Desdemona and awakens her father Brabantio with claims of elopement. Brabantio is enraged but Othello and Desdemona convince the Duke of their love. Othello is called away to fight invaders in Cyprus, leaving Desdemona in Iago's care until she can join him. Iago plots to undermine Othello and Cassio.
Othello is one of Shakespeare's tragedies written around 1604 and thought to be based on an Italian story. It is set in Venice and Cyprus, though Shakespeare never visited these places. The play explores themes of racial tensions, as Othello is a Moorish general in the Venetian army who secretly marries the daughter of a senator. His ensign Iago hatches a plot to convince Othello that his wife Desdemona has been unfaithful by manipulating Othello's jealousy and rage. Iago's deception destroys Othello and Desdemona's marriage and ultimately leads to tragedy.
The document summarizes the major characters in Othello:
Othello is a respected black general in the Venetian army who is manipulated into jealousy and led to murder his wife Desdemona. Desdemona is a young Venetian woman who falls in love with and marries Othello, defying traditions. Iago is the play's antagonist who is consumed with jealousy and schemes to destroy Othello and Desdemona out of envy over being passed over for a promotion given to Cassio, Othello's young, inexperienced lieutenant.
Othello is a tragedy by William Shakespeare that follows the story of Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army. Iago, who is jealous of Othello and believes he slept with his wife, plots to destroy Othello by convincing him that his wife Desdemona has been unfaithful with his lieutenant Cassio. Through manipulation and lies, Iago is successful in making Othello believe this and driving him mad with jealousy, which ultimately leads Othello to murder Desdemona. The truth of Iago's schemes is revealed, and Othello kills himself in grief and remorse after realizing what he has done.
Act III sees Othello's jealousy and insecurity grow as Iago continues sowing seeds of doubt. Desdemona advocates for Cassio to be reinstated, fueling Othello's suspicions. Iago manipulates Othello into believing Desdemona has been unfaithful using the lost handkerchief as "proof." Othello vows revenge while losing his grip on reason and language. Chaos and emotion overtake the once orderly general as his tragic downfall progresses.
The document provides an analysis of John Donne's metaphysical poem "Batter My Heart" through a S.E.A (Statement, Evidence, Analysis) framework. Key points discussed include the violent imagery and imperative tone used to express the speaker's inner desperation and struggle to let God into his life. Various literary devices are examined such as syntax, lexis, imagery, phonology and an extended metaphor portraying God as a carpenter, military man and rapist to overwhelm the speaker. The analysis highlights how these techniques convey the complex nature of the speaker's argument and feelings of uncertainty and passion towards his decision and religion.
The document provides a summary of Act I of Shakespeare's play Othello. It introduces the main characters and sets up the conflict between Othello and Iago. Iago is bitter about being passed over for a promotion and plots to get revenge on Othello. He manipulates Roderigo and awakens Brabantio to tell him that his daughter Desdemona has run off with Othello. This leads Brabantio to accuse Othello of bewitching Desdemona. The act culminates in Othello defending his marriage to the Duke and insisting it be judged fairly.
Themes in John Osborne's, ''Look Back In Anger''Shranti Hake
This document provides a summary of John Osborne's 1956 play "Look Back in Anger". It discusses the play as an example of Kitchen Sink Drama that focused on the lives of ordinary working class people. It outlines the play's themes of alienation, the "Angry Young Man", class conflict, and loss of childhood experienced by the characters. Biographical information is provided on playwright John Osborne and the themes explored in the play including anger, masculinity in art, and the decline of the British Empire.
Othello by William Shakespeare, Notes, Quotes and Analysis by T. ScarsbrookTanyeliScarsbrook
I used this slide for my A level in English Language and Literature. It helped me a lot as I got an A as a result. I have analysed each act and scene, as well as Key notes and analysis of quotes. This took me a few months to make so I hope it helps some of you.
The document summarizes William Shakespeare's play Othello. It provides background on Shakespeare, a synopsis of the plot which involves Iago manipulating Othello into believing his wife Desdemona has been unfaithful, and descriptions of the main characters. The climax occurs when Othello vows revenge, believing Desdemona has betrayed him. This leads to tragic consequences as Othello kills Desdemona and then himself when the truth is revealed, while themes of trust, jealousy, and the incompatibility of love and war are explored.
Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare is set in the fictional land of Illyria. Duke Orsino loves Countess Olivia but she refuses his advances while mourning her brother. Meanwhile, Viola washes ashore after a shipwreck and disguises herself as a man named Cesario to serve Orsino. However, Olivia falls for Cesario. Elsewhere, Sir Toby, Maria and Sir Andrew plot against Malvolio, tricking him for their own amusement. Ultimately the true identities are revealed and the couples are united with Viola and Orsino and Olivia and Viola's twin brother Sebastian.
The poem "The Canonization" by John Donne explores the themes of true love and its ability to transform lovers into saints. The speaker argues that his love is pure and harmless, asking others not to disturb it. He describes how love has combined him with his beloved into one being. The speaker suggests that through their love and suffering, they have effectively "died" to their former selves and been reborn as a new entity. He proposes that if their love cannot be commemorated through tombs and legends, it will live on through sonnets and poetry. In the last stanza, the speaker envisions future lovers invoking them as a "pattern of love" that contracted the whole world.
This document discusses the comic elements in Shakespeare's play "Hamlet". It identifies four main sources of comedy: 1) the unconscious humor of Polonius, through his garrulity and wordplay; 2) Hamlet's satirical and biting wit, seen in his interactions with the King, Queen, Polonius, and Ophelia; 3) the humor of the grave-diggers scene through wordplay; and 4) Hamlet's mocking conversation with Osric where he leads the obsequious courtier to agree that the weather is both cold and hot. The document analyzes examples from the play to illustrate these comic elements, and asserts that they serve to relieve tension in the tragic work and reflect
1. Willy Loman is presented as a modern tragic hero by Arthur Miller despite not being noble. He dreams of achieving the American Dream like his brother Ben but cannot accept his ordinary reality.
2. Willy's tragic flaw is his inability to be satisfied by reality and chasing fantasies of success. He believes everyone is entitled to success without working for it.
3. Willy's poor performance leads to his firing, a reversal of fortune. His excessive pride prevents him from accepting help from his neighbor Charley.
4. At the end, Biff tries to make Willy see the facts but Willy refuses recognition, dying without understanding his actions caused his downfall.
The document discusses Shakespeare's play Othello. It provides background information on the plot, setting, main characters, and their relationships. It also examines themes like revenge, manipulation, jealousy and betrayal. Key events like Iago poisoning Othello's mind against Desdemona and Othello's realization of her innocence are summarized. The document aims to analyze the play and explore how Othello fits the model of a tragic hero.
This document summarizes the main characters in the play Volpone, including:
- Volpone, the protagonist who feigns illness to trick legacy hunters into giving him gifts in hopes of becoming his heir.
- Mosca, Volpone's servant who helps execute his deceptive plans but grows greedy.
- Corvino's beautiful wife Celia, who attracts Volpone's interest.
- Three legacy hunters (Corbaccio, Corvino, and Voltore) who are greedy for money and gifts.
- Corbaccio's loyal son who rescues Celia.
- Sir Politic Would-be and Peregrine, representing how foreigners get corrupted in
Act II of Othello begins with a storm disrupting the Turkish fleet from attacking Cyprus. Cassio arrives but Othello is delayed. Iago sows seeds of doubt about Cassio and Desdemona. He convinces Roderigo to attack Cassio that night. At a party, Iago gets Cassio drunk and instigates a fight between Cassio and Roderigo. Cassio is disgraced and stripped of his rank, while Iago maintains an appearance of honesty and concern.
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The Waste land it’s a epic poem. A poem made of collage of images. In ‘The Waste land’ Image and symbol take in city life.
This presentation discusses the themes of fate versus free will in Sophocles' play Oedipus the King. It notes that some characters like King Laius and Oedipus try to control their fate, while prophecies and the oracle suggest fate has already been determined. It explores the irony that Oedipus solves the riddle of the Sphinx but cannot understand the oracle's prophecy about himself. In the end, it questions whether Oedipus' downfall was due to fate or his own free will and actions.
William Shakespeare wrote The Tragedy of Othello in around 1603, based on the Italian short story "A Moorish Captain". The work revolves around four central characters: Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army; his wife Desdemona; his lieutenant Cassio; and his trusted ensign Iago. Iago plots to manipulate Othello into believing Desdemona has been unfaithful by planting false evidence, driving Othello into a jealous rage that leads him to murder Desdemona. In the end, Iago's lies and manipulations are exposed, but not before much tragedy occurs, including Othello's suicide upon realizing his mistake in killing his innocent wife
Racism plays a key role in Shakespeare's Othello. Iago uses racist epithets like "thick lips" and "Barbary horse" to inflame Desdemona's father against Othello and portray him as a savage outsider. Othello's race and status as a Moor make him a target for Iago's manipulation and set him apart from other Venetians, though he is respected as a general. Racism contributes to Othello's descent into jealousy and madness orchestrated by Iago.
The document summarizes the major themes in the play Volpone by Ben Jonson. The key themes discussed are greed, animalization, parasitism, metatheatricality, vengeance, deception, and knowledge/ignorance. Greed motivates the characters' actions and ultimately causes their downfall. Animalization reveals the characters' motivations by portraying them as their namesake animals. The characters are all competing parasites, revolving around Volpone. Metatheatricality involves plays within the play. Vengeance is prominent in the subplot but shown to be childish. Deception marks characters for punishment. Dramatic irony ensures the audience knows more than the ignorant characters.
The Rape of the Lock was written by Pope to chide gently the Fermor family when Lord Petre cut off a lock of Arabella Fermor’s hair on a certain fateful day and such dire consequences followed. Pope started something that culminated into a piece of literature that has remained to this day a leading example of the mock epic satire.
The Duchess of Malfi Presented by MM Shariful Karim Monir Hossen
This document provides an overview and analysis of John Webster's play The Duchess of Malfi. It begins with background on Webster and an introduction to the play. It then discusses major characters, plot, themes of revenge tragedy, and excerpts of critical analysis. The play is described as a revenge tragedy centered around a Duchess who secretly marries below her class and is executed, leading others to seek revenge. The document provides historical context and analyzes characters and themes through quotes from the play.
Othello is one of Shakespeare's great tragedies. The plot involves Othello, a highly esteemed general in Venice, who elopes with Desdemona but becomes jealous and suspicious of her after being manipulated by his friend Iago. Iago plots against Othello and Desdemona out of jealousy over being passed over for a promotion. Othello is eventually convinced by Iago's lies that Desdemona is unfaithful and strangles her. The truth is revealed too late, and Othello kills himself after learning of Iago's schemes.
Milton's purpose in Paradise Lost has three parts: 1) to show how disobedience leads to calamity, 2) to assert God's eternal providence, and 3) to justify God's ways to men. For the first point, Milton establishes a hierarchical universe where obedience to superiors is crucial. Adam and Eve's disobedience disrupts this order and brings sin into the world. For the second, God allows free will knowing the fall will occur to demonstrate his love through salvation. And finally, the fall produces the greater good of redemption, showing the justice behind God's actions.
In Act 1, Othello and Desdemona get married, but Brabanzio believes his daughter was stolen through magic. Roderigo is robbed. In Act 1 Scene 2, Othello receives a message about being needed in Cyprus. Brabanzio accuses Othello of stealing Desdemona. In Act 1 Scene 3, the Turkish fleet is destroyed and heading away from Cyprus as Othello's forces head there. Emilia insists to Iago that Desdemona is honest.
This document provides a biography of William Shakespeare and a summary of his play Othello. It details that Shakespeare was born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon and went on to have a successful career in theater in London before retiring to Stratford. The summary of Othello outlines Iago's scheme to manipulate Othello into believing his wife Desdemona has been unfaithful, which leads to tragic consequences.
The document provides a summary of Act I of Shakespeare's play Othello. It introduces the main characters and sets up the conflict between Othello and Iago. Iago is bitter about being passed over for a promotion and plots to get revenge on Othello. He manipulates Roderigo and awakens Brabantio to tell him that his daughter Desdemona has run off with Othello. This leads Brabantio to accuse Othello of bewitching Desdemona. The act culminates in Othello defending his marriage to the Duke and insisting it be judged fairly.
Themes in John Osborne's, ''Look Back In Anger''Shranti Hake
This document provides a summary of John Osborne's 1956 play "Look Back in Anger". It discusses the play as an example of Kitchen Sink Drama that focused on the lives of ordinary working class people. It outlines the play's themes of alienation, the "Angry Young Man", class conflict, and loss of childhood experienced by the characters. Biographical information is provided on playwright John Osborne and the themes explored in the play including anger, masculinity in art, and the decline of the British Empire.
Othello by William Shakespeare, Notes, Quotes and Analysis by T. ScarsbrookTanyeliScarsbrook
I used this slide for my A level in English Language and Literature. It helped me a lot as I got an A as a result. I have analysed each act and scene, as well as Key notes and analysis of quotes. This took me a few months to make so I hope it helps some of you.
The document summarizes William Shakespeare's play Othello. It provides background on Shakespeare, a synopsis of the plot which involves Iago manipulating Othello into believing his wife Desdemona has been unfaithful, and descriptions of the main characters. The climax occurs when Othello vows revenge, believing Desdemona has betrayed him. This leads to tragic consequences as Othello kills Desdemona and then himself when the truth is revealed, while themes of trust, jealousy, and the incompatibility of love and war are explored.
Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare is set in the fictional land of Illyria. Duke Orsino loves Countess Olivia but she refuses his advances while mourning her brother. Meanwhile, Viola washes ashore after a shipwreck and disguises herself as a man named Cesario to serve Orsino. However, Olivia falls for Cesario. Elsewhere, Sir Toby, Maria and Sir Andrew plot against Malvolio, tricking him for their own amusement. Ultimately the true identities are revealed and the couples are united with Viola and Orsino and Olivia and Viola's twin brother Sebastian.
The poem "The Canonization" by John Donne explores the themes of true love and its ability to transform lovers into saints. The speaker argues that his love is pure and harmless, asking others not to disturb it. He describes how love has combined him with his beloved into one being. The speaker suggests that through their love and suffering, they have effectively "died" to their former selves and been reborn as a new entity. He proposes that if their love cannot be commemorated through tombs and legends, it will live on through sonnets and poetry. In the last stanza, the speaker envisions future lovers invoking them as a "pattern of love" that contracted the whole world.
This document discusses the comic elements in Shakespeare's play "Hamlet". It identifies four main sources of comedy: 1) the unconscious humor of Polonius, through his garrulity and wordplay; 2) Hamlet's satirical and biting wit, seen in his interactions with the King, Queen, Polonius, and Ophelia; 3) the humor of the grave-diggers scene through wordplay; and 4) Hamlet's mocking conversation with Osric where he leads the obsequious courtier to agree that the weather is both cold and hot. The document analyzes examples from the play to illustrate these comic elements, and asserts that they serve to relieve tension in the tragic work and reflect
1. Willy Loman is presented as a modern tragic hero by Arthur Miller despite not being noble. He dreams of achieving the American Dream like his brother Ben but cannot accept his ordinary reality.
2. Willy's tragic flaw is his inability to be satisfied by reality and chasing fantasies of success. He believes everyone is entitled to success without working for it.
3. Willy's poor performance leads to his firing, a reversal of fortune. His excessive pride prevents him from accepting help from his neighbor Charley.
4. At the end, Biff tries to make Willy see the facts but Willy refuses recognition, dying without understanding his actions caused his downfall.
The document discusses Shakespeare's play Othello. It provides background information on the plot, setting, main characters, and their relationships. It also examines themes like revenge, manipulation, jealousy and betrayal. Key events like Iago poisoning Othello's mind against Desdemona and Othello's realization of her innocence are summarized. The document aims to analyze the play and explore how Othello fits the model of a tragic hero.
This document summarizes the main characters in the play Volpone, including:
- Volpone, the protagonist who feigns illness to trick legacy hunters into giving him gifts in hopes of becoming his heir.
- Mosca, Volpone's servant who helps execute his deceptive plans but grows greedy.
- Corvino's beautiful wife Celia, who attracts Volpone's interest.
- Three legacy hunters (Corbaccio, Corvino, and Voltore) who are greedy for money and gifts.
- Corbaccio's loyal son who rescues Celia.
- Sir Politic Would-be and Peregrine, representing how foreigners get corrupted in
Act II of Othello begins with a storm disrupting the Turkish fleet from attacking Cyprus. Cassio arrives but Othello is delayed. Iago sows seeds of doubt about Cassio and Desdemona. He convinces Roderigo to attack Cassio that night. At a party, Iago gets Cassio drunk and instigates a fight between Cassio and Roderigo. Cassio is disgraced and stripped of his rank, while Iago maintains an appearance of honesty and concern.
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The Waste land it’s a epic poem. A poem made of collage of images. In ‘The Waste land’ Image and symbol take in city life.
This presentation discusses the themes of fate versus free will in Sophocles' play Oedipus the King. It notes that some characters like King Laius and Oedipus try to control their fate, while prophecies and the oracle suggest fate has already been determined. It explores the irony that Oedipus solves the riddle of the Sphinx but cannot understand the oracle's prophecy about himself. In the end, it questions whether Oedipus' downfall was due to fate or his own free will and actions.
William Shakespeare wrote The Tragedy of Othello in around 1603, based on the Italian short story "A Moorish Captain". The work revolves around four central characters: Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army; his wife Desdemona; his lieutenant Cassio; and his trusted ensign Iago. Iago plots to manipulate Othello into believing Desdemona has been unfaithful by planting false evidence, driving Othello into a jealous rage that leads him to murder Desdemona. In the end, Iago's lies and manipulations are exposed, but not before much tragedy occurs, including Othello's suicide upon realizing his mistake in killing his innocent wife
Racism plays a key role in Shakespeare's Othello. Iago uses racist epithets like "thick lips" and "Barbary horse" to inflame Desdemona's father against Othello and portray him as a savage outsider. Othello's race and status as a Moor make him a target for Iago's manipulation and set him apart from other Venetians, though he is respected as a general. Racism contributes to Othello's descent into jealousy and madness orchestrated by Iago.
The document summarizes the major themes in the play Volpone by Ben Jonson. The key themes discussed are greed, animalization, parasitism, metatheatricality, vengeance, deception, and knowledge/ignorance. Greed motivates the characters' actions and ultimately causes their downfall. Animalization reveals the characters' motivations by portraying them as their namesake animals. The characters are all competing parasites, revolving around Volpone. Metatheatricality involves plays within the play. Vengeance is prominent in the subplot but shown to be childish. Deception marks characters for punishment. Dramatic irony ensures the audience knows more than the ignorant characters.
The Rape of the Lock was written by Pope to chide gently the Fermor family when Lord Petre cut off a lock of Arabella Fermor’s hair on a certain fateful day and such dire consequences followed. Pope started something that culminated into a piece of literature that has remained to this day a leading example of the mock epic satire.
The Duchess of Malfi Presented by MM Shariful Karim Monir Hossen
This document provides an overview and analysis of John Webster's play The Duchess of Malfi. It begins with background on Webster and an introduction to the play. It then discusses major characters, plot, themes of revenge tragedy, and excerpts of critical analysis. The play is described as a revenge tragedy centered around a Duchess who secretly marries below her class and is executed, leading others to seek revenge. The document provides historical context and analyzes characters and themes through quotes from the play.
Othello is one of Shakespeare's great tragedies. The plot involves Othello, a highly esteemed general in Venice, who elopes with Desdemona but becomes jealous and suspicious of her after being manipulated by his friend Iago. Iago plots against Othello and Desdemona out of jealousy over being passed over for a promotion. Othello is eventually convinced by Iago's lies that Desdemona is unfaithful and strangles her. The truth is revealed too late, and Othello kills himself after learning of Iago's schemes.
Milton's purpose in Paradise Lost has three parts: 1) to show how disobedience leads to calamity, 2) to assert God's eternal providence, and 3) to justify God's ways to men. For the first point, Milton establishes a hierarchical universe where obedience to superiors is crucial. Adam and Eve's disobedience disrupts this order and brings sin into the world. For the second, God allows free will knowing the fall will occur to demonstrate his love through salvation. And finally, the fall produces the greater good of redemption, showing the justice behind God's actions.
In Act 1, Othello and Desdemona get married, but Brabanzio believes his daughter was stolen through magic. Roderigo is robbed. In Act 1 Scene 2, Othello receives a message about being needed in Cyprus. Brabanzio accuses Othello of stealing Desdemona. In Act 1 Scene 3, the Turkish fleet is destroyed and heading away from Cyprus as Othello's forces head there. Emilia insists to Iago that Desdemona is honest.
This document provides a biography of William Shakespeare and a summary of his play Othello. It details that Shakespeare was born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon and went on to have a successful career in theater in London before retiring to Stratford. The summary of Othello outlines Iago's scheme to manipulate Othello into believing his wife Desdemona has been unfaithful, which leads to tragic consequences.
This document provides a biography of William Shakespeare and a summary of his play Othello. It outlines that Shakespeare was born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon and went on to have a successful career in theater in London before retiring to Stratford. The summary then discusses the plot of Othello over five acts, where the villain Iago manipulates Othello into believing his wife Desdemona has been unfaithful with Cassio, ultimately driving Othello to murder Desdemona.
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Iago manipulates Othello into believing that his wife Desdemona has been unfaithful with Cassio through lies and deceit involving a handkerchief. Othello, enraged by Iago's tricks, smothers Desdemona to death, only realizing too late that she had been faithful. Iago's scheming is ultimately exposed, leading to arrests, but not before more blood is shed as Iago kills his wife Emilia and Othello commits suicide over his misdeeds.
Iago is a cunning character in Shakespeare's play Othello who lies and manipulates others to advance himself. He convinces Othello that his wife Desdemona is unfaithful with Cassio by planting evidence and tricking Cassio into seemingly admitting it. Iago's schemes escalate until Othello kills Desdemona in a jealous rage. Iago also manipulates Rodrigo into killing Cassio, and uses his quick thinking to avoid blame for his treachery.
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Shakespeare has produced an incredibly large library of work, including 38 plays and countless sonnets. His plays are divided into four main sections: the Histories, the Tragedies, the Comedies, and the Romances. Othello falls under Tragedy, as it ends with the death of numerous characters, including the principals. Shakespeare s work has been produced since the Renaissance in all artistic mediums from the original theater to opera, symphony, film, and ballet. It has also been consistently revisited countless times by the same artistic medium because it is said to be timeless.
Othello s main topics are love, murder, jealousy, miscommunication, chastity, history, and even magic. The play encompasses the classic elements of Shakespeare s...show more content...Iago complains to Roderigo that he was not named Lieutenant by Othello, but rather Ensign. Othello, the Moorish general, made Cassio Lieutenant. Iago is enraged at his misfortunate and declares his hatred for the Moor. Roderigo, a Venetian gentleman is in love with Desdemona, the daughter of Senator Brabantio. Iago awakens Brabantio in the middle of the night to notify him of his daughter s elopement with Othello, much to everyone s surprise and disapproval. The Duke oversees the case between Brabantio and Othello, whom he believes to have bewitched his daughter with magic. Desdemona informs her father that she is in love with Othello and has married him.
Othello leaves for Cyprus and Desdemona soon follows him there. In Cyprus, Iago begins his devilish plan of destruction. During a festive evening celebrating the nuptials of Desdemona and Othello, Iago sends Roderigo to stir Cassio. A typically sober Cassio takes to the bottle at Iago s generosity, and then falls into duel with Roderigo. Because of the chaos, Cassio s reputation is seemingly smeared and his relationship becomes troubled with Othello. Iago tells Cassio to ask Desdemona to speak with Othello on his behalf. By doing so, Iago will plan the seed of jealousy in Othello s mind that Cassio and Desdemona are having an affair. Cassio befriends Desdemona, who does, in fact, attempt to sway Othello in his behalf. As she speaks with her
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Desdemona is the daughter of a wealthy Venetian senator named Brabanzio. She marries Othello, a respected Moorish general in the Venetian army, much to her father's dismay. Iago, who resents Othello and Cassio, devises a plan to make Othello believe Desdemona is having an affair with Cassio by manipulating Othello with lies and misdirection. Overcome with jealousy, Othello smothers Desdemona to death, only realizing too late that she was faithful, as Iago's schemes are revealed. Othello, wracked with guilt, takes his own life.
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Desdemona is a beautiful Venetian woman who angers her father by eloping with Othello, a respected general. Iago, who is jealous of Cassio's promotion, devises an evil plan to destroy Othello and Desdemona's relationship by making Othello believe Desdemona is unfaithful. Othello grows suspicious and jealous of Desdemona due to Iago's manipulation. He eventually murders Desdemona, believing she cheated on him.
Iago's jealousy of Othello and Cassio leads him to manipulate others and sow seeds of distrust. He uses Roderigo's jealousy of Desdemona to turn him against Cassio, and then convinces Othello that Desdemona has been unfaithful with Cassio. Othello's jealousy consumes him, and in a fit of rage he murders Desdemona. Iago's scheme ultimately destroys multiple lives due to the powerful yet destructive nature of jealousy.
In William Shakespeare's play Othello, Iago manipulates others through lies and deception. He turns Othello against his wife Desdemona by convincing Othello that Desdemona is unfaithful with Cassio. Iago also manipulates Roderigo by telling him he can win Desdemona if he helps get rid of Cassio. Iago's manipulation stems from jealousy over being passed over for a promotion and causes tragedy for other characters in the play before his schemes are finally revealed.
1. Iago tells Roderigo of his hatred for Othello.
2. Iago plans to get revenge on Othello for promoting Cassio over him by spreading rumors that Cassio and Desdemona are being intimate.
3. Iago manipulates Roderigo and plays on Othello's trust in order to sow seeds of doubt in Othello's mind about Desdemona's fidelity.
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1. Othello Summary
Othello Summary provides a quick review of the play's plot including every
important action in the play. Othello Summary is divided by the five acts of the
play and is an an ideal introduction before reading the original text.
Act I.
Shakespeare's famous play of love turned bad by unfounded jealousy, begins in
Venice with Iago, a soldier under Othello's command arguing with Roderigo, a
wealthy Venetian. Roderigo has paid Iago a considerable sum of money to spy on
Othello for him, since he wishes to take Othello's girlfriend, Desdemona as his own.
Roderigo fears that Iago has not been telling him enough about Desdemona and that
this proves Iago's real loyalty is to Othello not him.
Iago explains his hatred of Othello for choosing Cassio as his officer or lieutenant and
not him as he expected.
To regain Roderigo's trust, Iago and Roderigo inform Brabantio, Desdemona's father
of her relationship with Othello, the "Moor" which enrages Brabantio into sending
parties out at night to apprehend Othello for what must obviously be in Brabantio's
eyes, an abuse of his daughter by Othello...
Iago lies that Roderigo and not himself, was responsible for angering Brabantio
against Othello, Iago telling Othello that he should watch out for Brabantio's men who
are looking for him.
Othello decides not to hide, since he believes his good name will stand him in good
stead.
We learn that Othello has married Desdemona. Brabantio and Roderigo arrive,
Brabantio accusing Othello of using magic on his daughter.
Othello stops a fight before it can happen but Othello is called away to discuss a crisis
in Cypress, much to the anger of Brabantio who wants justice for what he believes
Othello has done to his fair Desdemona.
The Duke is in council with several senators discussing their enemy, the Turks
(Turkish people). Brabantio complains to the Duke that Othello bewitched his
daughter and had intimate relations with her.
Desdemona is brought in to settle the matter, Othello meanwhile explains how he and
Desdemona fell in love. Desdemona confirms this and the Duke advises Brabantio
that he would be better off accepting the marriage than complaining and changing
nothing.
The Duke orders Othello to Cypress to fight the Turks, with Desdemona to follow,
accompanied by the trusted Iago.
Roderigo despairs that his quest for Desdemona is over now that she is married, but
2. Iago tells him not to give up and earn money instead; soon Desdemona will bore of
Othello.
Alone, Iago reveals his intention to continue using Roderigo for money and his hatred
of Othello (Othello picked Cassio and not Iago for his lieutenant).
Iago explains that his plan is avenge Othello is to suggest to Othello that Cassio is
sleeping with Desdemona (Othello's wife).
Act II.
Several weeks later in Cypress, Montano and several others are awaiting Othello's
arrival by bark or ship. We learn that a terrible storm has largely battered and
destroyed the Turkish fleet, which no longer poses a threat to Cypress. Unfortunately
there are fears that this same storm drowned Othello as well.
Montano reveals his high praise of Othello, which is shared by many. Cassio, who has
arrived, sings Desdemona's praises. A ship is spotted but it is Desdemona and Iago's
not Othello's. Iago suspects that Cassio loves Desdemona and slyly uses it to his
advantage.
Iago tells Roderigo that he still has a chance with Desdemona but Cassio whom
Desdemona could love is in the way. Killing Cassio (who became Othello's lieutenant
instead of Iago) will leave Desdemona to Roderigo, Iago slyly explains.
Othello finally arrives to everyone's great relief. Iago decides to tell Othello that
Cassio is having an affair with Desdemona's so Iago will be rewarded whilst Cassio
will be punished.
A Herald announces celebration that "our noble general Othello!" has defeated the
Turkish fleet, calling on all to celebrate this great triumph and also to celebrate
Othello's "nuptial" or wedding to the fair Desdemona.
Iago learns more of Cassio's high regard for Desdemona and Iago manipulates Cassio
into drinking too much since he is certain Cassio will do something he will regret.
With Cassio gone, Iago tells Montano of Cassio's drinking problem turning Montano's
high regard for Cassio into dust. Iago also tells Roderigo to attack Cassio. This
happens, and Cassio wounds Roderigo and then Montano who was trying to break up
the fight.
Othello is now awake and Cassio's name ruined.
Othello though he loves Cassio, has no choice but to demote him from his position as
his lieutenant. Next Iago comforts Cassio by suggesting he speak with Desdemona
who could put in a good word for him with Othello.
Iago comforts a wounded Roderigo, telling him he has won by ruining Cassio's name.
Iago has his wife Emilia ensure Desdemona and Cassio will talk so Othello can see
3. his wife talking with Cassio, allowing Iago to convince Othello that Desdemona is
being unfaithful...
Act III.
Cassio tells Iago that he has arranged to meet Desdemona, Iago helping Cassio to do
this.
Iago's wife, Emilia, tells Cassio that Othello would like to reinstate him as his
lieutenant but the fact that Cassio's fight is public news, prevents Othello from doing
this immediately.
Emilia tells Cassio that she can arrange a meeting with Desdemona.
Some time later, Cassio speaks with a very sympathetic Desdemona who assures him
that Othello still very much loves Cassio. Furthermore, Desdemona resolves to keep
putting in a good word for Cassio until he is again Othello's lieutenant.
At a distance, Iago manipulates Othello by first suggesting shock and then hiding his
outbursts from Othello. This guarantees Othello's attention, as Iago plants seeds of
doubt in Othello's mind about Desdemona's fidelity especially where Cassio is
concerned.
Iago leaves Othello almost convinced that his wife is having an affair with Cassio.
Othello now complains of a headache to Desdemona, which results in her dropping a
strawberry patterned handkerchief, Othello's first gift to her. Emilia picks this up
gives it to Iago who decides the handkerchief could help his manipulation if he
ensures Cassio receives it.
Iago arranges to place the handkerchief near Cassio's lodgings or home where he is
certain to find it and take it as his own, unaware that it is Othello's gift to Desdemona.
A furious Othello returns to Iago, certain his wife is faithful and demanding proof
from Iago of Desdemona's infidelity.
Reluctantly and hesitantly, Iago tells Othello he saw Cassio wipe his brow with
Desdemona's handkerchief. Othello is convinced, cursing his wife and telling Iago
who is now promoted to lieutenant to kill Cassio. Othello will deal with Desdemona...
Desdemona worries about her missing handkerchief and comments that if she lost it, it
could lead Othello doubting her fidelity. Emilia when asked about Desdemona's lost
handkerchief, lies, denying having seen the handkerchief she picked up and gave to
Iago.
Othello enters; asking Desdemona for the very same handkerchief and Desdemona
assures him that the handkerchief is not lost and will be found.
Desdemona now tries to change the subject to Cassio, but Othello continually stresses
4. the value the handkerchief has to him, this leading to Othello angrily ordering his wife
away.
Cassio arrives, Desdemona telling him that her attempts to help him are not going
well. Iago claims total ignorance to the cause of Othello's fury.
Cassio gives Othello's handkerchief, which he found, to his suspicious mistress
Bianca who reluctantly starts to copy its patterning (presumably its strawberry motif /
design) for him.
Act IV.
Iago fans the flames of Othello's distrust and fury with Desdemona's supposed
"infidelity" by first suggesting Desdemona shared her bed with Cassio and then that
her giving away the handkerchief is no big deal when Iago knows exactly how hurtful
to Othello, giving away this sentimental gift is.
Next Iago suggests to Othello that Cassio will "blab" or gloat to others about his
conquest of Desdemona before telling Othello that Cassio boasted to him that he did
indeed sleep with Desdemona.
Meeting later with Cassio, Iago cunningly talks to Cassio about Cassio's mistress
Bianca, each smile and each gesture made by Cassio infuriating a hidden Othello who
thinks Cassio is talking about sleeping with Desdemona (Othello's wife).
Next Bianca (Cassio's mistress) arrives, angrily giving back the handkerchief Cassio
gave to her.
This infuriates Othello since as Iago puts it, Cassio not only received Othello's
handkerchief from his wife but then gave it away to his whore (Bianca) as if it were
worthless.
Othello decides to kill Desdemona by strangulation in her bed, Iago's idea. Iago
pledges to kill Cassio.
Lodovico arrives, announcing that Othello is to return home and Cassio is to be the
next Governor of Cypress. Desdemona's joy for Cassio enrages Othello, leaving
Lodovico and Iago to wonder how much Othello seems to have changed and leaving
poor Desdemona to wonder how she offended the man she truly loves...
Othello questions Emilia as to whether Desdemona was unfaithful to him. Annoyed
that Emilia's answers suggest nothing has happened between Desdemona and Cassio,
Othello dismisses her comments as those of a simple woman.
Othello meets Desdemona, Desdemona becoming increasingly upset with her
husband's anger towards her, an anger she cannot understand.
Othello eventually reveals to Desdemona that her infidelity is the source of his anger,
5. Desdemona pleading her innocence on deaf ears.
Emilia and Desdemona discuss Othello's strange behavior. Emilia is certain some evil
fellow has twisted Othello to believe Desdemona has been unfaithful, not realizing
that this evil man is her own husband Iago.
We learn that Iago has been pocketing Roderigo's gifts to Desdemona, which never
reached her. Fearing Roderigo will learn this, Iago tells Roderigo that Cassio must die
since Iago benefits if ever man dies.
Lodovico tries to calm Othello down. Othello orders Desdemona to bed to await him
later, an order Desdemona dutifully obeys out of love for Othello.
Emilia notices that Othello is much calmer now and tells Desdemona her bed has been
made with her wedding sheets as requested. Desdemona asks to be buried in those
same sheets should she die before Emilia, a hint of trouble ahead (Foreshadowing).
Emilia is barred from joining Desdemona in her bedchamber, angering her.
Desdemona, depressed, recalls a song (The Willow Song) of a maid who was
similarly abused by her husband and sings it.
Desdemona and Emilia talk about infidelity. Desdemona would not be unfaithful to
her husband (Othello) for all the world; the more cynical and worldly Emilia would
for the right price...
Act V.
Iago and Roderigo wait in a street to ambush Cassio. Iago tells Roderigo how to kill
him. Iago does not care which ends up dead. Iago is worried that about Roderigo's
increasing questioning of what happened to jewels that were given to him to pass on
to Desdemona...
Roderigo attacks Cassio but Cassio wounds Roderigo instead. Iago from behind stabs
Cassio, wounding him in the leg. Othello hearing Cassio's cries is pleased,
announcing that he too will soon kill (Desdemona).
Lodovico and Gratiano and Iago reappear, Iago claiming total innocence to Cassio's
injuries even though he inflicted them.
Seizing Roderigo, Iago stabs and wounds him "in revenge" for wounding his "friend"
Cassio.
Gratiano and Lodovico tend to Cassio's wound. Bianca, Cassio's mistress arrives, Iago
cleverly laying suspicion for Cassio's injuries on his innocent mistress, making Iago
less suspicious...
Othello enters Desdemona's bedchamber (bedroom) trying to convince himself that he
is killing her for her own good. He kisses his still asleep wife one last time.
Desdemona awakens, but Othello will still kill her, telling her to pray so her soul will
6. not die when she does.
Desdemona again asks what wrong she has committed, Othello telling her that she
gave Cassio his handkerchief, by which he means he thinks she had an affair with
him.
Desdemona pleads her innocence, telling Othello to bring Cassio over to prove she
did not give away her handkerchief. Othello says he confessed and is dead,
Desdemona's fear and surprise prompting Othello to believe she does care for him.
Othello kills Desdemona.
Emilia banging on the door outside cannot stop this. Later Emilia is let in, revealing
Iago has killed Roderigo and Desdemona who was thought dead, murmurs her last
breaths but loyally does not say Othello killed her.
Othello tells Emilia he killed her and Emilia despite Iago's attempts to remove her
reveals the truth about the handkerchief; she found it, and then gave it to Iago. Iago
now in trouble, stabs his wife Emilia and escapes.
Emilia dies, singing the "Willow Song" before criticizing Othello for killing his
loving wife.
Lodovico, Montano, Cassio and the now captured prisoner Iago soon appear, Othello
stabbing Iago but not killing him before having his sword removed.
Lodovico is disappointed that Othello, a man so honorable has reverted to acting like
a slave. Othello tries to argue that killing his wife was a noble action but it falls on
deaf ears.
Lodovico learns that Othello and Iago plotted Cassio's death. Lodovico reveals letters
in the dead Roderigo's pocket proving Cassio was to be killed by Roderigo.
Iago proudly confirms that Cassio did find the handkerchief in his bedchamber
because Iago placed it there to be found.
Othello, realizing what he has done, kills himself with a concealed weapon and lies
himself on top of his wife.
Cassio is placed in charge of Iago and Lodovico leaves to discuss this sad matter with
others abroad...