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Midsummer Night’s Dream / Shakespeare’s Influence on Artists and Audiences :
A 6 page discussion of the importance of interpreting Midsummer Night’s
Dream to artists and audiences, whether as observers or readers. Rather than looking
at a priori interpretations (although these are presented), the most important facet of
interpreting this play is that the interpretation itself speaks to the audience for the
specifics of teaching value in school and other life events. Not only is this view
supported by contemporary evidence, but also by Shakespeare himself in the play through
the words of Quince. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Midsum.wps
A Midsummer Night’s Dream /
Significance of ‘Rude Mechanicals’: This 5 page research paper examines
Shakespeare’s use of the ‘rude mechanicals’ and the purpose they serve in
his fantasy play, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Midsumr2.rtf
A Midsummer Night's Dream / The Course of
True Love Never Did Run Smoothly: In 5 pages, the author discusses "A
Midsummer Night's Dream" by William Shakespeare. The play is all about
star-crossed lovers. Lysander was in love with Hermia, but her father was forcing her to
marry Demetrius, whom she did not love. Helena was in love with Demetrius, but Demetrius
was in love with Hermia. Theseus was looking forward to marrying Hippolyta, but she was
not of the same mind. The play affirms the assumption that "the course of true love
never did run smoothly." Bibliography lists 4 sources other than the play. Msnd.doc
A Midsummer Night’s Dream / Theme Of
"Unreality" : A 5 page paper discussing the theme of unreality in
Shakespeare’s play, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Bibliography lists 1
source. Midream.wps
A Midsummer Night’s Dream /
Shakespeare’s Use Of Puns : This 5 page report discusses the puns William
Shakespeare loved to sprinkle throughout his work with a special look to "A
Midsummer Night’s Dream." Also discusses The Bard, Tragedy Of
Cymbeline, & others. No additional sources cited. Shakpun.wps
A Midsummer Night’s Dream / Act II,
Scene II : This 4 page report discusses the second scene of Act II of
Shakespeare’s "A Midsummer Night’s Dream" from the perspective of a
director and determining what the scene needs to accomplish. The scene is also examined
for what it does to help explain the plot and continue to develop characters in the larger
context of appearance and reality. No additional sources cited. Summersc.wps
Shakespeare’s "A Midsummer
Night’s Dream"/ Shakespeare’s Enduring Epiphany : A 4 page paper
which examines one of Shakespeare’s most appealing epiphanies, "A Midsummer
Night’s Dream" (1595). Bibliography lists 4 sources. Midsumep.wps
The
Character of Iago in Shakespeare's "Othello" : 6 pages in length.
Specifically titled : "A.C. Bradley Vs. S.T. Coleridge : A Difference of Opinions
Concerning the Character of Iago in Shakespeare's "Othello."" The
writer of this essay analytically compares the opinions of two well-known critics on
Iago's character. The two sources utilized are fully-cited in bibliography. Iagocha2.wps
The Character of Iago # 2 : A 3 page
outline in which the writer analytically examines the character of Iago as a mystifying
and complex individual. Written mostly in outline format. No Bibliography. Iagochar.wps
Othello and the Structure of Tragedy :
A 6 page paper which first defines tragedy and demonstrates how Shakespeare’s Othello
fits the pattern, then looks at the play in terms of its classic dramatic structure. After
discussing what type of action belongs in each phase of the dramatic structure -- setup,
complication, climax, and resolution -- the paper shows where these occur in Othello.
Bibliography lists 5 sources. Othtrag.wps
Othello's Tragedy / Irony : A 5 page
paper that provides an overview of the major elements of irony in Shakespeare's Othello,
with a concentration on tragic irony related to Othello's character flaw, and dramatic
irony. No additional sources cited. Othiro.wps
Othello / In The Tradition Of The Renaissance
: A 3 page essay on the play "Othello" and how it related both to
Shakespeare himself and to the Renaissance period. Examples of themes introduced in the
story are used to illustrate how Othello was both a hero and outsider... different, yet
acceptable, -- and thus, an exemplary figure from Renaissance literature. Bibliography
lists 4 sources. Othshake.wps
Othello & Renaissance Humanism : A
3 page essay, -- using quotes from the original play-- which describes Shakespeare's
"Othello" as a work typical of the Renaissance's emphasis on humanism.
The writer discusses the development of Othello's character and the underlying themes of
outsider prejudice which run throughout the story. No Bibliography. Othelren.wps
In Defense of Othello : A 7
page report that analyzes the nature of Othello, the main character in Shakespeare's
famous tragedy of the same name. The rationale behind Othello's brutal murder of his wife,
Desdemona, is examined from the psychological and sociological perspectives. Bibliography
lists 7 cited sources. Othellod.wps
Othello / In Defense Of His Character :
A 9 page essay in which the writer takes the position that Othello was an honest, noble,
brave man accustomed to straightforwardness. Given his background, he was easily fooled by
the manipulative Iago. His innocence of the world is to be respected rather than
criticized. Othello had no way of knowing about women and domestic life ... Bibliography
is included. Othello4.wps
The Theme of Jealousy in "Othello"
: An 8 page paper (+ 1 page Roman numeral outline) which provides support of an
argument on the modulations of jealousy in William Shakespeare’s Othello, and
how it emerged from the action at the beginning, and was subsequently expressed in the
middle and at the end of the play. Bibliography lists 1 source. Jealoth.wps
Shakespeare’s Life and the
Characterization of Othello : A 6 page paper examining Shakespeare’s life and
career and discussing how his life events impacted his writing. It also looks in
particular at one of Shakespeare’s mature tragedies, Othello, and determines
how the characterizations introduced in the first act drive the remainder of the play. The
original Shakespearean play and Orson Welles’ film version are cited. Othel.wps
The Spiritual Disintegration Of "Othello":
This 6 page research paper charts the spiritual disintegration of Othello in the
Shakespearean play, The Tragedy of Othello: The Moor of Venice. Bibliography lists
5 sources. Othspir.wps
Othello, The Tragic Hero : In 5
pages the writer discusses William Shakespeare's character of Othello and posits that he
is a classic example of a definitive tragic hero. Othello is a definitive tragic hero. He
has an element of supernatural, since he was accused of bewitching. He traveled and had
many struggles. He had personal grievances against Desdemona, who was his love interest,
and Cassio whom he had made lieutenant. His tragic flaw was his gullibility in believing
Iago. As a tragic hero his ultimate sacrifice is himself: In his suicide he exhibits
virtue. No additional sources cited. Othero.wps
Othello - Analysis Of Symbolism :
This 5 page research paper examines the use of symbolism in the Shakespearean play, The
Tragedy of Othello, The Moor of Venice through use of examples and quotes.
Bibliography lists 2 sources. Othlosym.rtf
Othello As An Honest, Admirable, and
Unchanged Character : A 1 page essay discussing how Othello's last words in the
play indicate the he was indeed the same man he had been at the beginning of the story --
his character unchanged. The writer sees Othello as a character worthy of our sympathy--
for he acknowledges his own mistakes & flaws as he takes his own life, yet he never
asks for forgiveness. No Bibliography. Othell2.wps *$9.95 TOTAL PRICE FOR THIS
ESSAY !*
Othello / Short Essay Answers : 7
pages worth of short answer responses to questions on Shakespeare's "Othello"
including character discussions of Dedemona, Othello, and Iago. Insightful observations
are made. No Bibliography. Literexm.wps *E-mail us for More Information !
Othello / The Shakespearean Original vs.
Today’s Movie Versions : An 8 page paper that reflects a comparison of the
characters of Iago, Othello and Desdemona in the movie adaptations of Othello, including
those by Parker, Suzman and Welles. Othellos.wps
Othello's Iago vs. King Lear's Edmund
: A well-written 3 page essay in which the writer compares Iago and Edmund as two
villainous characters-- neither of them at all admirable. Parallels are drawn between the
two and sufficient evidence is given to support the thesis that we should not sympathize
with either one of them. No Bibliography. Iagoking.wps
Othello Compared With Antigone : 6
pages in length. A comparison between Shakespeare's "Othello" and Sophocles
"Oedipus Trilogy" in which the writer interprets themes from both stories and
finds reason to assert that Othello and Antigone were both very much alike in that they
were essentially outsiders, -- alienated from a group. Both characters endured grave
emotional drama and sought only truth & justice -- but to no avail. No Bibliography. Othlantg.wps
Desdemona (Othello) Vs. Penelope (The Odyssey)
: A 3 page essay comparing the character of Desdemona in Shakespeare's Othello with
Penelope in Homer's Odyssey. Desdemona is regarded as being more of a simple person--
madly in love and fairly ignorant to the world around her. Penelope, however, was able to
become a strong and triumphant woman..exhibiting more savvy and self-will. No
Bibliography. Penelope.wps
Women as Depicted by Shakespeare vs. Homer :
A thoughtful 3 page comparison between the characters of Desdemona (Shakespeare's
"Othello") and Penelope (Homer's "Odyssey"). Both women are viewed as
brave, determined, and loyal -- exemplifying the age-old concept of love in both stories
--*A bit different than Penelope.wps (above). No Bibliography. Othkim.wps
Othello vs. Oedipus / An Uncertain Vision
: A 5 page paper discussing a common theme in literature -- our very human difficulty
in distinguishing between what seems to be and what actually is. This theme is discussed
in terms of Sophocles’ Oedipus the King and Shakespeare’s Othello.
No additional sources cited. Othoed.wps
Sophocles’ Oedipus & Shakespeare’s
Othello / Use of Irony : A 5 page research paper that compares the use of irony in
Shakespeare's "Othello" and Sophocles' "Oedipus Rex." Both Othello
and Oedipus, two of history's greatest tragedies, have irony as a key ingredient to
their make-up. In each case, pride overcomes other human emotions and this quality, even
more then jealousy in the case of Othello, can be argued as the tragic flaw that causes
the downfall of each protagonist. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Oedoth.wps
Appearances and Reality in "Othello"
and "Oedipus the King" : A 3 page paper which examines the
protagonist’s ability to determine between appearances and reality as differently
presented in William Shakespeare’s Othello and Sophocles’ Oedipus the
King. Bibliography lists 2 sources. TGothotk.wps
Shakespeare for the 90s? Oliver Parker's
Othello : A 6 page review of the latest movie version of Othello, starring
Laurence Fishburne as Othello and Kenneth Branagh as Othello. The paper notes that Parker
cut and altered much of Shakespeare's dialogue and changed the very slant of the film in a
quest for "relevance"; it questions whether Shakespeare would not have been
better presented in a manner more faithful to the playwright's vision. Bibliography lists
8 sources. Shake90.wps
Machiavelli's "The Prince" vs.
Shakespeare's "Othello" : 7 pages in length. A comparative analysis
between Machievelli's "The Prince" and Shakespeare's "Othello" in
which the writer examines each work in light of their respective eras and sociocultural
issues. It is concluded that in "Othello," the author
seems to cry out for a different kind of sovereignty than in "The
Prince." Bibliography lists 3 sources. Prinothe.wps
Austen’s "Pride &
Prejudice" vs. Shakespeare’s "Othello"/ Mystery & Revelation :
A 6 page paper comparing William Shakespeare’s Othello and Jane
Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. The basis for comparison is the authors’
treatment of the theme of deception and revelation in these two works. The paper concludes
that while the same motif -- misplaced trust -- is treated in both works, the difference
lies in one author’s view of the situation as comic and redeemable and the other as
tragic and doomed. Bibliography lists two sources. Othpride.wps
Bolingbroke
and Richard II / Wars Of Blood And Land : A 5 page paper analyzing the twin motifs
of blood and land in Shakespeare’s Richard II. The paper shows that the play
was really designed to argue that lineage was not necessarily the best determinant of good
government in order to uphold his own sovereign’s legitimate title to the throne. No
additional sources cited. Bolingbr.wps
Richard II / A Comprehensive, Analytical
Discussion : A 9 page paper on Shakespeare's "Richard II" in which the
writer discusses plot, theme, and characterization in considerable detail. It is
ultimately argued that this play makes us aware of the problems of its society and in
doing so, the author strays from the typical writing of his own day while remaining in
tune with his own usual style, subject, and theme. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Richard2.wps
Richard II / Character of Henry Bolingbroke
: A 5 page paper characterizing Henry IV in Shakespeare's play, "Richard
II". Shows Henry's rite of passage in his determination to right the wrongs
perpetrated by Richard II in stealing Henry's family land and fortune, as well as his
determination to rid England of a despotic king. Three additional sources cited. Henrite.wps
Richard III - Shakespeare's Treatment Of
Women In His Political Plays : In this extremely well-written 8 page essay, the
writer is concerned with how, in Richard III, women are given great clout,-- yet are
disempowered at the same time. The phenomenon of Shakespeare's treatment of women is then
compared with such in other plays (i.e., Henry IV - VII). It is concluded that Richard III
is distinct in that the power Shakespeare takes from women is not only the power to curse
and seduce; it is also the power to transcend the frame of historical representation, the
ability to address the audience directly without the knowledge of the other characters,
etc; Bibliography lists 12 sources. Shakewom.wps
Love in Richard III : A 5 page paper
that considers Richard's perceptions of love as they relate to the common theme of love in
Shakespeare's work. This paper reflects on perceptions developed from reading the play as
well as from the character presented by Ian McClellen in his 20th century film version.
Bibliography with 1 source. RichIII.wps
Laurence Olivier’s Richard III : A
6 page paper on Laurence Olivier’s film production of Shakespeare’s history
play. The paper looks at the way Olivier interpreted the character of Richard through five
soliloquies delivered in the film, and determines whether these long looks into the
contents of Richard’s soul make him a sympathetic character. No additional sources
cited. Rich3.wps
The Concept of Evil in Ian McKellan’s
Richard III : A 6 page paper discussing filmmaker Ian McKellan’s version of
Shakespeare’s history play. It concludes that evil is not a state of being; it is an
active verb, and evil remains evil regardless of its causes. An added section provides
some history of the Globe and Blackfriar’s theaters. No additional sources cited. Richevil.wps
McClellan
Romeo
& Juliet / How Their Parents [Unknowingly] Strengthened Their Love :
A well-conceived 4 page essay on the role of Romeo & Juliet's parents. The
writer argues convincingly that their parent's hatred for each other's families actually strengthened
the young couple's love and ultimately drove them to their death. The more intense their
secret affair grew, the stronger their love grew with it. Suicide was finally the only way
for Romeo and Juliet to become victorious over their parents and enable their love to
"triumph." Bibliography lists 5 critical sources. Romeojul.wps
Shakespeare's Use of Imagery In Romeo
& Juliet / Love and Death : An 8 page paper describing the way
Shakespeare’s use of imagery supports the tragic elements in the story and in fact
makes the ending easier to accept because the audience (reader) perceives it as
inevitable. Bibliography lists 6 additional critical sources --cited. Romeolov.wps
The Nurse in Romeo and Juliet : A 5 page
paper analyzing the character of the Nurse in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. It
shows how she reveals their tragedies through both her offhand but oddly prophetic remarks
and her earthy pragmatism. Nurse.wps
Romeo & Juliet / Teen Suicide : A
6 page paper discussing Shakespeare’s story of "Romeo and Juliet" and
comparing it with stories of teen suicide and family alienation in the modern world. The
overall thesis of the paper is that although Romeo and Juliet were teenagers at death,
there is very little resemblance to the teen suicides brought on my depression, rejection,
and despair of today that leads teens to such a desperate act. Bibliography lists 4
sources. Suicidro.wps
"Romeo and Juliet" / Was it
Love or Lust? : A 5 page essay which examines whether this great love story
reflected true love or the intense sexual attraction which is so often mistaken for love
in Western culture. The writer demonstrates that Shakespeare intended for the audience to
perceive that this consuming passion was the result of the extreme youth of the
protagonists and that this was part of the tragedy. No additional sources cited. Lovelust.wps
"Romeo and Juliet" / Effects
of Harmony and Disharmony : A 6 page essay on the artistic means by which
Shakespeare brings about harmony—or resolution of the message—in the play. The
writer compares and contrasts Act II:1 and Act V:3 with the other scenes to show how
harmony is brought about through symbolism, characterization and theme. Bibliography lists
1 source. Cnromjul.wps
Shakespeare’s "Romeo and
Juliet" / Light & Dark : A 5 page paper on this romantic tragedy by
William Shakespeare. The paper analyzes how Shakespeare’s metaphoric usage of light
and dark in this play contributes to our understanding of the characterization of the
star-crossed lovers. No additional sources cited. Litedark.wps
Shakespeare’s "Romeo and Juliet"
: 3 pages. Issues concerning Petrachan love are explored through the language and
structure of "The Most Excellent and Lamentable Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet" by
William Shakespeare. Romeo assumed the posture of that great Italian author of sonnets,
Petrarch, and became a courtly lover to Juliet. No additional sources cited. Julrom.wps
Shakespeare & the Effectiveness of Death
/ Juliet vs. Cleopatra : This insightful and analytical 8 page paper compares the
deaths of two of Shakespearean characters : Juliet (Romeo & Juliet) and
Cleopatra (Antony & Cleopatra). The thesis is argued that while their two
stories did indeed have many similarities, Juliet's death was a much more effective one
from a literary standpoint as Cleopatra's death was not as striking nor as saddening.
Numerous examples from each story are provided to support this point. Bibliography lists 6
critical sources. Julicleo.wps
Romeo & Juliet Films / 1968 vs. 1996
: A 6 page comparison of Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 film production of Romeo
and Juliet with the 1996 version directed and produced by Baz Luhrmann. It concludes
that Luhrmann’s version, despite its faithful Shakespearean dialogue, is so far
removed from Shakespeare’s own world-view that it can hardly be called an
interpretation of the play at all. No additional sources cited. Romeo.wps
Romeo & Juliet / Modern Film vs.
Traditional Story : A 5 page critique of Baz Luhrmann's remake of Shakespeare's
classic love story. Discusses the impact of bringing Romeo and Juliet into the [almost]
21st century and how it changes the characters, as well as the art Luhrmann brings to the
movie within it's time journey. Analyzes the applicability of the theme to young people in
modern times and the lessons to be learned. No additional sources cited. Romjul.doc
Romeo Updated / Nihilism in Verona : A 5
page paper comparing of William Shakespeare’s original play Romeo and Juliet with the
1996 version directed and produced by Baz Luhrmann. This paper compares the film and the
play to determine whether the film reflects an updated version of Shakespeare’s
original theme, or something else altogether. It concludes that Baz Luhrmann’s world
view is nihilistic, pessimistic and depressing, completely foreign to anything Shakespeare
intended. Bibliography lists six sources. Romjul.wps
William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet / A
Modern View : This 5 page paper considers the genre of romantic tragedy, looking
closely at the 1996 film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes. This paper considers
how the new version of this classic relates to the genre, and evaluates the iconography of
the genre, the deviation in the film, and how the film fits into the postmodern text. As
an extension of this evaluation, this paper also considers the correlation between the
genre and the audience and the genre and the film. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Moderrom.wps
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