William Shakespeare’s impeccable use of the dynamics to shape power play in ‘Othello’ is displayed through Iago’s jealousy, and the themes of manipulation and prejudice. Jealousy, referred to as the “green eyed monster,” by Iago, is present throughout this text and is a key aspect for the contribution to Iago’s devious plans succeeded by his power over others. As expressed in the play, Iago is jealous of Michael Cassio for being offered the promoted position of lieutenant, "One Michael Cassio, a Florentine, a fellow almost damned in a fair wife; that never set a squadron in the field, nor the devision of a battle knows more than a spinster… But he, sir, had the election: and I, of whom his eyes had seen the proof at Rhodes, at Cyprus and on other grounds Christian and heathen, must be lee'd and calmed by debitor and creditor: this counter-caster, he, in good time, must his lieutenant be,” here Iago is explaining that he deserved the position of lieutenant as he is far better than Michael Cassio in the battle field. This, as well as his hatred for Othello, is some of the main reasons that drive Iago to follow through his evil plotting. Shakespeare applies power play to heighten a person’s influence and control over others; the theme of manipulation is expressed in astonishing ways through Iago’s power in Othello.
Gatsby’s intentions were pure but became corrupted due to his blind love for Daisy “preyed on Gatsby, what foul dust floated in the wake of his dreams”. The illegal dealings Gatsby partook in were all in the false hope of conquering the dream and Daisy, “rumors floating around about his occupation "He's a bootlegger." Becoming a bootlegger provided Gatsby with the connections and wealth to, in theory, break through the invisible, but ever-present social divide and win Daisy’s heart. Much like George Wilson just trying to break out of poverty, Gatsby is trying to break into the ‘elite’ social class. The arrogance and antipathetic aristocracy with ‘old money’ would never truly accept anyone who wasn’t born into wealth.
Ellard Simms is the bad person in this movie. He is greedy and only wants the money of Catherine Simms. Ellard plans to give the money as donation for his group called the KKK. Owen is the brother of the Catherine Simms. In the end the good guys still beats the bad guys.
The novella Animal Farm written by George Orwell shares this theme of a lust for power. A pig named Napoleon could be described as the Macbeth of this novella, starting off as a successful tactician, and then becoming a ruthless dictator. In the third scene of the first act of Macbeth the protagonist meets the Witches and hears the prophecy which states that he will become “thane of Cawdor” and “king hereafter”. Soon after the meeting, Macbeth is given the role of Thane of Cawdor, since the predecessor was executed for being a traitor; this gives some truth to the Witches prophecy, and makes it much easier to believe. Along with this, Lady Macbeth is also hasty to pursue the prophesised power, and manipulates Macbeth into committing the first deed.
Imediantly showing Mr Birling’s personality, which is selfish. Then he goes on and saying, “There isn’t a chance of war” this dramamtic irony leads the audience into looking forward to seeing Mr Birling being prove wrong. In addition, this shows Mr Birling’s thoughts on responsibilities are wrong. Saying this, the sudeience should not agree with him and his thoughts on responsibilies due to the examples of dramatic irony. After he had finished his speech on keeping labour cost down and profit high, Inspector Goole enters and throws a shocking news at the Birlings.
Friar is Not Neutral In Romeo and Juliet, Friar Lawrence is a key character since he is partly responsible for the death of Romeo and Juliet by providing them assistance; making him a character that is not neutral in the story. Friar Lawrence hesitantly agrees to marry the couple after advising Romeo that these “violent delights have violent ends” therefore asking the couple to “love moderately” (II. vi. 9/14). He understands that this marriage is based upon an impulsive decision made by the couple since he knows how Romeo reacts to love.
/ Not so happy yet much happier. / Thou shalt get kings, though thou be none. / So all hail, Macbeth and Banquo.”(19) These words put thought of usurpation in Macbeth’s head, and already his greed was taking over. Banquo gives fair warning to Macbeth about caution over the words, stating “The intstruments of darkness tell us truths, / Win us with honest trifles, to betray’s / In deepest consequence.” (23) But later, Banquo fell under the spell of greed, knowing his children would become Kings. “Thou hast it now—King, Cawdor, Glamis, all / As the Wëird Women promised, and I fear / Thou played’st most foully for ‘t.
Paul also has an element of emotional greed in “The Rocking-Horse Winner.” He is trying to win the love of his mother and is obsessive about doing so. Paul could not care less about money, but knows this is the way to his mother’s heart. Both stories however have a materialistic greed as well. Interestingly, the materialistic greed is rooted in the adult characters of the story. Mr. Thomas is very greedy with his money.
Poe’s work was based on aristocratic views. In America’s 1830’s and 40’s, this was quite rare (Poe 625). Red Death (the Plague) embodies monetary equality because it attacks rich and poor alike in “The Masque of the Red Death.” In the same story, Poe discusses a hierarchy system of government to explain England’s mistreating of peasants during the actual plague. The carnival scene in “The Cask of Amontillado” symbolizes the abandonment of social order during the Plague. Poe was handsome and smart.
The Merchant of Venice: Greed and Wealth Name: Elias Abi-Adal Teacher name: Robert D'Alessandro 10/9/2014 English 11 Money controls people lives like it did with Bassanio and how he needed money to impress Portia and buy her gifts., Another example is Shylock and how he also was more upset about his money than the disappearance of his daughter, when she took his money and left the house with Lorenzo, also, how Shylock converted to Christianity in order to get his money back like Antonio offered him. Bassanio knew that he doesn’t have a chance to marry Portia if he didn’t look rich, and so he asked his friend Antonio for money, so he can at least stand a chance against the other suitors that visit Portia, knowing that how rich he looks will affect Portia’s opinion of him. Bassanio: “In Belmont is a lady richly left; and she is fair, and, fairer than that word, of wondrous virtues.” (The Merchant of Venice I, i, 163-165) Also notice that Bassanio points out that she is rich, meaning he cares a lot about the money. And that’s why he mentioned that she is rich before he says that she is also beautiful. In an indirect way he is trying to convince Antonio to give him some money so he can go to Belmont and try to marry Portia because he will be able to pay him back if he married her.