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.
He makes Othello, the stereotypical outsider, one of the most powerful men in the play. Though his skin may seem to force a subordinate role, Othello commands vast armies. Recalling his past full of militaristic might he thinks of all “the battles, sieges, fortunes,/ That I have passed.” The racist men in Venice think of black men as unintelligent, but Othello is militaristically and strategically gifted. They think he is an animal only looking for sex, but he and his wife are genuinely in love. Brabantio comments about Othello’s and Desdemona’s marriage in a judgmental tone to Iago when he says “It is a judgment maim'd and most imperfect/ That will confess perfection so could err/ Against all rules of nature”, but in reality Othello has all the rights in the world to marry Desdemona regardless of his race.
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.
The Duke in "My Last Duchess" is an arrogant, disrespectful man, who cares more about status and wealth than love. He is very selfish, who is jealous about his ex-wife for not giving him attention in the way he wanted. He wanted her to treat above everyone else. The speaker in "To His Coy Mistress" gives us the impression that he is a respectful man. He is also well-spoken and this is important because it is his main strength which he uses to attract her towards him.
The second most main character is Catherine’s father, Lord Rollo. Catherine’s father was a mean alcoholic that didn’t care much for his daughter. He beats her and doesn’t care what she has to say. Lord Rollo begins to hire suitors to come in and marry Catherine, she does not want this. Her father doesn’t care about her: he is conceded and selfish.
How can an ugly little boy, who constantly doubts his worthiness to receive honor be a great knight? How can an honorable knight impregnate a young lady and at the same time hook up with his best friend’s wife, not to mention that it is also his king’s wife, and continually proclaim that he loves and reveres his king? It is the opinion of some that Lancelot was a flawed character because his good intensions were spoiled by lustful actions. Lancelot’s good intention of being the best knight ever was, in his opinion, ruined by the loss of his virginity. Lancelot had saved King Pelle’s daughter, Elaine from a wretched curse she was under and was then invited to their
‘Othello’, a tragic story of love and how jealousy, madness and rage can quickly destroy it. Othello is the respected general of the Venetian army though he is a ‘Moor’ (as he is described throughout text and film, meaning North African). Othello has secretly married the daughter of the Venetian senator and by all appearances has only loyalty and love on his side. However, Othello is an insecure man. He is old and a “racial and cultural outsider”.
Clarissa as well as Sophia both hate their chosen ones. Both women are kind and generous. On one hand, Sophia comes from a wealthy family and 2 falls in love with a “bastard”. A status Sophia’s father was not impressed of. On the other hand, Clarissa inherited her grandfathers estate when he died.
Othello Rough Draft #2 In the play Othello, the protagonist Othello is a highly ranked general in the Venetian army. William Shakespeare writes about Othello’s great love for Desdemona, the daughter of a Venetian senator, Brabantio. As the play progresses, Othello’s ensign, the seemingly good and honest Iago, who aims to get revenge on Othello for not promoting him, and Roderigo, a man deeply infatuated by Desdemona and determined to have her for himself, plot to bring about the demise of Othello. Othello’s character flaws begin to unravel, bringing him down to the point where he loses everything he once had. Othello is the epitome of a tragic hero in that he rises to great heights and falls to great depths, has a tragic flaw, and learns
CHARACTER TRAITS Natella is selfish. Natella is portrayed as a very self-concerned selfish character. Her constant concern for her own needs and wants leads her to even dislike her own son for his father’s constant attention to him. On the day of the coup, she was busy packing her finest dresses and when she left she forgot her own son. In the future, she comes back for Michael, her son in order to get the estates he was to inherit.