Jealousy And Racism In William Shakespeare's Othello
The works of Shakespeare are as significant now as they ever have been
You may be asking, how is a play set in a world of exploration and conquest still significant to a world of flaccid morals and technological advancements? The works of Shakespeare prove ongoing relevance over time through the utilisation of key ideas, characters and language. Through characterisation and the exploration of the notions of jealousy and racism in “Othello”, the guests at the national Shakespeare convention can gain insight on how the works of Shakespeare are as significant now as they ever have been.
The works of Shakespeare are so significant as the effect of racism, a key concept, which is relevant to both Shakespearean and contemporary audiences, is portrayed through a racial epithet spoken by Roderigo in Act 1 Scene 1 “Your fair daughter, transported, to the gross clasps of a lascivious Moor”. The derogatory language describes Othello as impure, allowing the audience to understand the typical …show more content…
This quote implies that proof of the handkerchief and Desdemona having an affair is not necessary, as the rumours are enough to feed Othello’s jealousy. A critical reception by Thomas Ryder, offers a warning to audiences in regards to ‘Othello’ and states that it “May be a lesson to husbands, that before Jealousy be tragical, the proofs may be Mathematical”, insisting that they should require more proof than what Othello takes before deciding to murder his wife. This makes Iago a significant character in the play as he portrays an appeal to logic, emotion and authority, intriguing the audience with facts, emotive language and the credibility he has
You may be asking, how is a play set in a world of exploration and conquest still significant to a world of flaccid morals and technological advancements? The works of Shakespeare prove ongoing relevance over time through the utilisation of key ideas, characters and language. Through characterisation and the exploration of the notions of jealousy and racism in “Othello”, the guests at the national Shakespeare convention can gain insight on how the works of Shakespeare are as significant now as they ever have been.
The works of Shakespeare are so significant as the effect of racism, a key concept, which is relevant to both Shakespearean and contemporary audiences, is portrayed through a racial epithet spoken by Roderigo in Act 1 Scene 1 “Your fair daughter, transported, to the gross clasps of a lascivious Moor”. The derogatory language describes Othello as impure, allowing the audience to understand the typical …show more content…
This quote implies that proof of the handkerchief and Desdemona having an affair is not necessary, as the rumours are enough to feed Othello’s jealousy. A critical reception by Thomas Ryder, offers a warning to audiences in regards to ‘Othello’ and states that it “May be a lesson to husbands, that before Jealousy be tragical, the proofs may be Mathematical”, insisting that they should require more proof than what Othello takes before deciding to murder his wife. This makes Iago a significant character in the play as he portrays an appeal to logic, emotion and authority, intriguing the audience with facts, emotive language and the credibility he has