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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
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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
Taming
Of The Shrew : 7 pages worth of analysis on various issues in Taming of The Shrew.
Shakespeare's use of the relationships between actors as a commentary on the social
relationships represented in the self-contained world of the play is discussed as are
Kate's qualities which make her a "shrew." Several quotes are used to support
points. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Taming.wps
The Taming of the Shrew / Character Of
Katherina Analyzed : This 5 page research paper examines the shrewish nature of
the character Katherina in the William Shakespeare play, The Taming of the Shrew.
Specifically discussed is her behavior and the way she is treated by both her father and
her husband, Petruchio to determine whether or not she is a shrew in need of taming.
Bibliography lists one source. Shrew.wps
Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew"
/ Analysis of Katharina's Monologue in Act 5 Scene 2 : In 5 pages the author
discusses Katharina's monologue in Act 5 Scene 2 of Shakespeare's "Taming of the
Shrew". "'The Taming of the Shrew' by William Shakespeare was considered to be a
comedy in his time. Its plot is the theme in which males and females are pitted against
one another for dominance in marriage. The play appears to be about an assertive woman,
Katharina, who is coping with how she is supposed to act in the late sixteenth century
society. She is expected to obey the unwritten laws of her society in order to be accepted
by it. The play ends with Katharina outwardly conforming to the norms of the society.
Inwardly, however she could be retaining her assertiveness, although she assumes the role
of the obedient wife". No additional sources cited. Katharin.wps
Taming of the Shrew / The Issue Of Love :
A 5 page essay which expresses the opinion that Shakespeare does not reward Petruchio with
Katherina’s love for his abuse. Although this is discussed in terms of the entire
text, the writer finalizes the point by contrasting Katherina’s two longest speeches
in the play. Bibliography cites 1 source. Tamekath.wps
The
Tempest / Character Analysis Of Prospero : This 6 page paper discusses the
character of Prospero in William Shakespeare's last completed play, "The
Tempest" (first published in 1623) to determine whether or not he is based on The
Bard himself. Prospero.wps
The Tempest / Treatment Of Ariel And
Caliban By Prospero : A 5 page argumentative essay on the treatment of
Prospero’s two servants. The paper posits that he treats the two slaves in a similar
fashion, but from two different perspectives, and that the initiation of this storyline is
a silkscreen for the end of the story and epilogue. The writer proves that this was
Shakespeare’s way of characterizing the friends and foes of a master of art. No
additional sources cited. Tempros.wps
Shakespeare’s "The Tempest" / The
Actor’s Characterization of Caliban : A 5 page paper suggesting one way in
which the character of Caliban might be portrayed in Shakespeare’s play. The paper
asserts that although Shakespeare clearly intended for Caliban to be portrayed as somewhat
reptilian, there is no evidence for seeing Caliban as an Oriental scavenger, an African
warrior, or a European wild man. Rather, greater stress should be laid on the role’s
emotional demands. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Caliban.wps
The Tempest / Character Analysis Of
Miranda : This 5 page paper evaluates the character of Miranda and the purpose she
serves in William Shakespeare's last completed play, "The Tempest." Mirandat.wps
The Tempest / Analysis Of
Plot Structure : This 5 page paper examines William
Shakespeare's last completed play, "The Tempest," and focuses upon its
three-plot structure of betrayal, love and forgiveness and how the plots are ultimately
intertwined. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Lovebet.wps
The Tempest / Benevolent Manipulation : A
3 page paper looking at the motif of manipulation and free will in Shakespeare’s
play. The paper asserts that the magician Prospero, under a misguided kind of benevolent
despotism, is trying to create and enforce an ongoing living environment through magic,
and it doesn’t work. No additional sources cited. Benman.wps
The Tempest / Caliban’s Speech – Act
III:2 : This 3 page essay discusses Caliban’s speech about his dreams and the
island noises in Act III of "The Tempest." Bibliography lists 1 source. Caliban.wps
The Tempest and The Magic of the Theater :
In this 6 page paper, the writer examines various renditions of Shakespeare’s play on
stage and in the theater-- focusing upon the original story itself-- and some of the
"magic" that a good production must bring to life. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Tempes.wps
The Tempest and Racism in its Staging :
A 6 page research paper in which the writer examines Shakespeare’s play, looking at
the various instances of racism that inherently exist in its casting. A number of good
examples are given and some mention is made of other productions of The Tempest --
and how modern directors have attempted to "go around" this element of racism.
Bibliography lists 7 sources. Tempes2.wps
Master-Slave Relationships In Shakespeare’s
"Tempest" : This 3 page report discusses several of the master-slave
relationships of "The Tempest." Bibliography lists 5 sources. Mastersl.wps
John Fowles "The Collector" vs.
"The Tempest": A 7 page paper comparing John Fowles’ novel with
Shakespeare’s play. It concludes that while Shakespeare saw Prospero’s reign as
one of benevolence and Fowles saw Clegg’s as a reign of terror, both involved
manipulating people against their will. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Tempest.wps
Cervantes’ "Don Quixote" &
Shakespeare’s Prospero in "The Tempest" : This 6 page research
paper analyzes the contention that , "Don Quixote is a failed Prospero."
Specifically discussed are the similarities and differences between Don Quixote and
Prospero. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Quixpros.wps
Questioning Authority In Renaissance Drama
: A 6 page paper looking at Shakespeare’s King Lear, The Tempest,
and Spanish playwright Lope de Vega’s Fuente Ovejuna in terms of the degree to
which they permit characters to question and flout authority. The paper argues that this
has a great deal to do with the medieval view of government as a God-given hierarchy, and
only as humanism began to take hold could authority be questioned. Bibliography lists 5
sources. Devega.wps
Disillusionment
in "Timon of Athens" by William Shakespeare : In 8 pages the author
discusses disillusionment in "The Life of Timon of Athens" by William
Shakespeare. This play is a tragedy about a man who was once rich with both friends and
wealth. Once Timon has lost his wealth, he also loses his "friends." The
recurring theme in "The Life of Timon of Athens" is Timon's disillusionment.
Bibliography lists 5 sources. PCtoa.wps
Timon Of Athens / Timon’s Personality
Change : A 5 page paper on a little-known work by William Shakespeare,
Timon of Athens. The paper analyzes the reason why the title character undergoes a sudden
and total personality change at the end of Act III. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Timon.wps
The
Tragedy Of Cymbeline / Nature of Evil : An 8 page paper analyzing the extent to which Shakespeare sidesteps the
issue of evil in this seldom-produced play. The paper shows that by refusing to set any
ground rules for social behavior early on, Shakespeare creates an atmosphere of amorality
throughout the work. Bibliography lists six sources. Tragcym.wps
The Tragedy Of Cymbeline / A Character Study
Of Imogen : This 2 page essay provide a character analysis of Imogen -- one of
Shakespeare’s strongest female characters -- by analyzing three specific passages
from the play. Imogen.rtf
Twelfth
Night : A 2 page essay on effect and characterization in Shakespeare's
"Twelfth night." No bibliography. 12thtrik.wps
Twelfth Night / Theme Of Love : A
3 page essay on the theme of love in Twelfth Night and how it is not particularly
selective of gender. The writer argues that the play is Shakespeare's attempt to show us
"what we are versus what we think we are." Specific examples relevant to Orsino,
Olivia, and Viola, are used to illustrate points made. No other sources cited. Twellove.wps
Twelfth Night / Character Of Feste : A 5
page paper analyzing the character of Feste in Shakespeare’s play, Twelfth Night. The
paper discusses the three dimensionalism of Feste’s character within the play. No
additional sources cited. Feste.doc
Twelfth Night -- Live, On Stage ! : 2
page recounting of a college theatrical performance of Shakespeare's "Twelfth
Night." Discussed are the actors' abitlies, stage direction, and of course,-- how
this particular production may have differed from the original. No Bibliography. Twelfth.wps
Twelfth Night, As Directed by Kenneth Branagh
: A 5 page paper that considers the important love relationships that develop between
the characters of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, directed by Kenneth Branagh, and the
comedic conflict that occurs as a result. Also considered is the role of Feste, and his
importance in directing the concept of love. Shake2.wps
Shakespeare’s
"The Two Gentlemen of Verona" / Valentine vs Proteus :
In 5 pages the author compares and contrasts Valentine's and Proteus' attitudes toward
friendship and love in Shakespeare's "The Two Gentlemen of Verona, " and how
these attitudes effected the ultimate outcome of the play. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Valprot.wps
Loyalty in William Shakespeare’s
"The Two Gentlemen of Verona": A 5 page paper which examines the theme
of loyalty that is present throughout William Shakespeare’s comedy, The Two
Gentlemen of Verona (1623?). No additional sources cited. TGVerona.rtf
Sonnet
#15 : In 5 pages the writer discusses Shakespeare's Sonnet #15. The sonnet is
paraphrased, each argumentative point of the quatrain, and the concluding couplet is
restated, and the poem is analyzed. No additional sources cited. Sonnet15.wps
Shakespeare's Sonnet # 73 : An 8
page research paper on Shakespeare's Sonnet 73. The writer describes and analyzes the
meaning of the sonnet, details the poetic elements in the sonnet, and discusses the
general effect of the sonnet to the reader. Sonnet73.wps
Shakespeare’s Sonnet # 116 / Analysis Of
Meaning : A 3 page essay exploring the meaning of Shakespeare's Sonnet #116.
Through the use of metaphors, Shakespeare shares his conviction that love weathers all
storms. 116.wps
Shakespeare's Sonnet #138 : A 4 page
explication on this infamous author's work. Clearly suggesting an aging love relationship
between a man and a woman, this sonnet is replete with symbolism. Sonne138.wps
"My Mistress' Eyes" & "Let
Me Not To the Marriage of True Minds..." : 3 pages worth of notes and
discussion on two of Shakespeare's sonnets bearing these titles. The writer focuses upon
theme, symbolism, verse, tone, and more. No additional sources cited. Poeshak2.wps
"Shall I Compare Thee to A Summer's Day
? : A 2 paragraph essay explaining meaning and allusions in this well-known
Shakespearean sonnet. No Bibliography. Poemshak.wps *TOTAL PRICE FOR THIS ESSAY
ONLY $ 9.95 !
"Love's
Labours Lost" / Character Of Berowne : A 6 page research paper analyzing the
character of Berowne, one of three Lords who agree with King Ferdinand to create a little
"academe." They vow to accomplish this moral and intellectual development.
Berowne is the only one reluctant to sign the agreement and the writer examines his
rationale. Bibliography cites two sources. Lovelabo.wps
Shakespeare's "Titus Andronicus" /
Violence and Violation : In 6 pages the author discusses violence and violation in
"The Most Lamentable Tragedy of Titus Andronicus" by William Shakespeare. The
play contains such acts as the sacrifice of a human being, the rape and mutilation of a
chaste female, ritualistic slaughter, and cannibalism. There is violence and violation
from the beginning to the end of the play. Bibliography lists 6 sources. PCtavv.doc
Shakespeare's "Winter's Tale" /
Symbolism : In 5 pages the author discusses the symbolism present in "The
Winter's Tale" by William Shakespeare. The play is filled with symbolism from its
very title "The Winter's Tale" to the end. The title symbolizes the affiliation
of the play with storytelling. In fact, Mamillius, who is the son to Leontes, the King of
Sicilia, advises his mother, Hermione, in the second act that "a sad tale's best for
winter" (2.1.27). This symbolic omen predicts what will come. No additional sources
cited. PCwts.doc
Shakespeare’s Art as a Form of Love
: This 5 page report discusses whether or not Shakespeare wants his art to serve as a
form of love. Giving is a form and an act of love and Shakespeare certainly demonstrated
his love for his audiences in giving them the characters and plots by which they might
examine their own lives. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Artlove.wps
Writers Who Influenced Shakespeare :
A 4 page paper that considers the major works that influenced the writings of Shakespeare.
The writer demonstrates that while there is little documented evidence of influences,
there are considerable textual similarities between Shakespeare's plays and the writings
of Marlowe, Chaucer, Virgil and Seneca, as well as many influences noted from the Bible.
Bibliography lists 2 sources. Shake1.wps
The Shakespeare Authorship Controversy :
This 6 page paper explores what some call one of the world’s greatest mysteries,
whether or not the works attributed to William Shakespeare were actually written by him.
There is a movement to give credit to another who lived during the time period. The paper
exposes that movement as having hidden motivations and concludes that William Shakespeare
is the true author. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Shakauth.wps
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
Speeches from Henry IV
(I.ii.185-192-I.ii.1-9) Analyzed : A 5 page paper which analyzes the speeches of
Prince Hal and King Henry IV for metaphor, tone, how the speeches compare and contrast
with each other. No additional sources cited. HenryIV2.wps
The Roots of Capitalism in Shakespeare and
Mandeville : A 9 page paper discussing The Merchant of Venice by William
Shakespeare and The Fable of the Bees by Bernard de Mandeville. The paper shows how
the development of capitalism has had roots in distinctly non-capitalist values. No
sources except books. Venice.wps
Shakespeare’s Merchant of Venice /
Exasperating Shylock : A 5 page paper on Shakespeare’s
characterization of Shylock in The Merchant of Venice. The paper observes that in
Shylock Shakespeare creates one of his most exasperating characters, one who is often
heartless and cruel, but at other times sympathetic. Bibliography lists 1 source. Shylock.wps
Appearance Versus Reality In Thoreau, Coetzee,
and Shakespeare :
A 5 page paper discussing the fact that it is the lens of society that distorts
reality, thus making the perception of truth more difficult. The paper concludes that the
individual is most himself when he is apart from the roles into which society has bound
him. Bibliography lists three sources used to argue these points : Thoreau’s Walden,
Coetzee’s Waiting for the Barbarians, and Shakespeare’s Measure for
Measure. Thoreau.wps
The Evolution of Tragedy :
A 5 page look at the changes the genre of dramatic tragedy has undergone between the days
of the ancient Greeks and our own era. Examples are provided from Sophocles’ Oedipus
Rex, Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure, and Arthur Miller’s Death
of a Salesman. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Tragevo.wps
The Play Within the Play of "A Midsummer
Night’s Dream" & the Human Relationships of the Characters : This 6
page report discusses and compares the relationships of three of Shakespeare’s well
known couples – Pyramus and Thisbe, Theseus and Hippolyta, and Romeo and Juliet. No
additional sources cited. Shakes.wps
Magic In "A Midsummer’s Night
Dream" And "Sir Gawain And The Green Knight" : A 5 page paper
discussing how magic is employed in the two works. King Oberon uses the magical potions in
order to effect his own short-term gain; Sir Gawain uses his as an aid in keeping himself
pure as he desires to be. No additional sources cited. Midsum4.wps
Shakespeare
/ Violence In Julius Caesar and Romeo & Juliet : A 5 page essay on the textual
effects of violence in society in "Julius Caesar" and "Romeo and
Juliet." The writer posits that in the end, the manipulated public has disappeared
from the text. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Ceasroju.doc
Taming Of The Shrew vs. Romeo & Juliet /
Marital Choice : An 8 page paper looking at William Shakespeare’s The
Taming of the Shrew and Romeo and Juliet. The writer notes that whereas Juliet,
initially the more socially-conventional of the two, took a forceful and active hand in
choosing her own mate, Kate the Shrew found herself forced into not only a marriage but a
role in life which did not reflect her personality, with a man so unlike the person she
would have been expected to marry that her personality was altered to fit. Bibliography
lists 5 sources. Romshrew.wps
Taming vs. Much Ado / Shakespearean Pairs : A
3 page analysis of "Much Ado About Nothing" and "The Taming of the
Shrew," which focuses on Shakespeare's frequent use of pairs, i.e. two plots, two
female leads, two male leads, etc. and how this structural device was used both to
progress the plot and also to aid characterization. No additional sources cited. Shapair.wps
Taming vs. Much Ado # 2 / Use Of Dramatic : A
3 page analysis of the use of dramatic irony in "Much Ado About Nothing"
and "The Taming of the Shrew." The writer argues that the use of dramatic
irony in "Much Ado About Nothing" is more subtle then in "The
Taming of the Shrew," and that the more obvious use of dramatic irony in "Shrew"
facilitated the play's ribald nature and broad humor. No additional sources cited. Mushrew.wps
"Romeo & Juliet" &
"The Phoenix & the Turtle" vs. "The Crow" : This 5 page
research paper examines the parallel themes which run through William Shakespeare's play, "Romeo
and Juliet," his poem, "The Phoenix and the Turtle" and Alex
Proyas' 1993 film, The Crow. Specifically compared are the portrayal of eternal
love, death, and peace in the works. Bibliography lists 1 source. Shakcrow.wps
Love as Disguise and Revelation in
Shakespeare’s Comedies : A 10 page paper looking at three of
Shakespeare’s comedies -- As You Like It, Midsummer Night’s Dream, and Twelfth
Night -- and the motifs of disguise, transformation, and revelation in each. It
concludes that the disguised state is a learning stage, and in order to return life to its
proper place, this stage must be transcended, and the characters must learn from it and go
on with their lives in a more conventional way. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Lovesha.wps
Loss And Restoration In The Plays Of
Shakespeare : This 5 page paper analyzes how William Shakespeare convicts loss and
restoration in his plays. Specific examples are provided from The Tempest, Midsummer
Night’s Dream, & Macbeth. Midsumr.rtf
The Price Of Love In Shakespeare’s Comedies
: A 10 page analysis of 4 of Shakespeare’s comedies: A Midsummer Night’s
Dream, Love’s Labour’s Lost, The Taming of the Shrew,
and All’s well that ends well. The writer discusses these plays from the
standpoint of the obstacles which the lover’s had to overcome in order to reach a
happy ending. The writer argues that these obstacles, as well as making a good story, also
served to illustrate the purity and high spiritual level of the lovers’ devotion. No
secondary sources cited. Lovecom.wps
Magic In "A Midsummer’s Night
Dream" And "Sir Gawain And The Green Knight" : A 5 page paper
discussing how magic is employed in the two works. King Oberon uses the magical potions in
order to effect his own short-term gain; Sir Gawain uses his as an aid in keeping himself
pure as he desires to be. No additional sources cited. Midsum4.wps
The Search For Meaning In King Lear &
Macbeth : A 6 page paper looking at these two Shakespearean plays in terms of
twentieth-century psychologist Viktor Frankl’s theories on the relationship of
suffering and meaning in life. The paper concludes that both Shakespeare and Frankl show
that without a sense of meaning whose ground is in the self, life has no meaning at all.
Bibliography lists four sources. Learmac.wps
"Antony & Cleopatra" vs.
"King Lear" / The Villain as Himself : A 5 page paper looking at
both these plays by William Shakespeare in terms of the playwright’s use of villains.
The paper shows that in both these plays, the protagonist is at least partly responsible
-- through the shortcomings of his own character -- for his own defeat. No additional
sources cited. Cleolear.wps
Chastity As A Threat In Measure for Measure vs.
Midsummer Night’s Dream : A 12 page paper examining whether
Shakespeare found the concept of chastity threatening. It concludes that what he actually
found threatening was virginity because it violated the order of nature; chastity, or
purity of soul, he had no problem with at all. Bibliography lists twelve sources. Measure2.wps
Order & Superstition In
Shakespeare’s Tragedies : A 5 page paper discussing the presence and
significance of omens, portents, and prophesies in Shakespeare’s Macbeth and Julius
Caesar. The writer concludes that because Shakespeare saw the world as something
planned and coherent, it is possible to divine that plan through supernatural sources.
Bibliography lists five sources. Supersha.wps
Three Plays, Three Directors : A 9 page
paper that discusses three plays of William Shakespeare, "Twelfth Night"
directed by Kenneth Branagh, "Othello" directed by Oliver Parker, and
"Richard III" directed by Richard Loncraine. This paper focuses on the dramatic
presentations of the theme of love in these three plays. Shake3.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
Anger Conflicts in Hamlet, Othello & King
Lear : A 3 page paper on the anger-based emotional conflicts in Shakespeare’s
works: Hamlet, Othello and King Lear. The basis for this anger and the results of the
anger-induced behavior by the works’ protagonists is presented within the family
structure. Bibliography list 1 source. Hokl.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
Sexuality In Othello, Hamlet, And Anthony & Cleopatra : A 12 page paper
describing Shakespeare's use of sexuality in three of his plays. The
writer explores the themes of incest, adultery, interracial love, and obsession. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Sexshake.wps
Shakespeare’s Proto-Feminism In
"Antony and Cleopatra" and "Hamlet" : A 10 page paper
discussing the character of Shakespeare’s women in these two plays. The paper
specifically contrasts Cleopatra and Ophelia, and discusses whether the Bard was a
proto-feminist. No additional sources cited. Cleo.wps
"Hamlet" and "Othello" /
Themes of Friendship & Betrayal : This 5 page research paper discusses how the
themes of friendship and betrayal are expressed in the William Shakespeare plays, Hamlet
and Othello. Specifically discussed are how each theme is defined, developed
and resolved (or not) over the course of each play among the different characters, and the
images which further reinforces the themes. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Frienbet.wps
Hamlet & Othello / The Men : A 5
page paper examining the main characters, Hamlet and Othello, of the same titled plays by
Shakespeare. Both men, while coming from different backgrounds and holding different
titles, are essentially made of the same stuff. They are bold and brave men who are full
of passion and strength. They are good men with powerful morals. They know what is right
and they fight for the truth and also for love. No additional sources cited. Hamoth.wps
Shakespeare’s Women / Taming vs. Much Ado
: A 10 page paper on the women characters in Taming of the Shrew and Much Ado About
Nothing. The writer examines the traditional and non-traditional women's roles as they are
portrayed by Bianca and Hero, and Katherine and Beatrice, respectively. Bibliography lists
6 sources. Shakswmn.wps
As You Like It vs. Merchant of Venice /
Shakespeare's Portrayal of Women :
The comedies of Shakespeare are often the forum for comment concerning the
assignment of gender roles that were true for the Elizabethan society of which he was a
part. Under the auspices of the pen and the play he was able to portray women in ways that
were not generally acceptable. The characters of Rosalind from "As You Like It"
and Portia from "A Merchant of Venice" are two cases in point. This 10
page paper examines the use of dialogue, character and costuming in the presentation of
gender roles. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Womnshak.wps
Defoe’s "Moll Flanders" vs.
Shakespeare’s "Much Ado" : An 8 page paper that explores how the
female characters related to the concept of marriage in these two works. The writer posits
that while the author’s came from differing viewpoints, their intent was similar in
both works—to show that marriage was viewed as the answer to security for women, but
that it either did or did not provide that security. The paper discusses this position
from the female characters, as portrayed by the authors. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Mollado.wps
Fathers In Shakespeare : This 7 page
paper analyzes the behaviors the fathers in three specific plays: Much Ado About Nothing,
King Lear, and Macbeth. The attributes of the fathers caused the deaths of their children
in two cases and significant heartache in the other. The three share some similarities in
terms of their personalities and goals in life but they are also quite different from each
other. The writer points out these differences and similarities with supporting text.
Bibliography lists 5 sources. Shakdads.wps
Shakespeare’s Selfish Fathers : A 6
page paper showing the prevalence of the motif of the self-serving father in
Shakespeare’s plays. It particularly examines Prospero from The Tempest, Lord
Capulet from Romeo and Juliet, and Hamlet’s two fathers from Hamlet.
Bibliography lists one source. Tempest2.wps
Social Class In Midsummer Night’s Dream
vs. Julius Caesar : This 8 page paper analyzes the depiction of the lower social
class in Shakespeare's plays by examining the roles of the 'rude mechanicals' in "A
Midsummer Night's Dream" and the plebeians in "Julius Caesar." Rudepleb.wps
Works of Shakespeare / The Importance of
Reviewing Critical Literature : In this 5 page essay, the writer recounts how
remarkably important critical sources (i.e., books, articles, etc;) were in helping them
to understand various plays of Shakespeare and truly appreciate them. The writer presents
what they "got" from plays like Macbeth, Othello, & King Lear on their own,
and then to what subtle points other authors helped them open their eyes. Bibliography
lists 6 sources. Shakelit.wps
The Page Comes to Life / Shakespeare Observed
: A 5 page paper on the recent book by Samuel Crowl. It shows how Samuel Crowl focuses
on the performance of Shakespeare as opposed to the solitary explication of it, and shows
how very different these two modes of writing are, and what different demands they make on
both the writer and his "audience". No additional sources cited. Crowl.wps
Homer’s "The Odyssey" &
Shakespeare’s "Julius Caesar" Analyzed : This 5 page research paper
compares and contrasts Homer’s epic Greek poem, "The Odyssey," with William
Shakespeare’s tragic play, "Julius Caesar." Bibliography lists 5 sources. Odyjul.wps
Journeys in Three Shakespearean Plays :
A 5 page paper on the topic of the journey as depicted in Hamlet, Othello,
and Romeo and Juliet. The writer notes that in every case, the literal journey
encompasses only a very tiny section of the play; but the hero’s departure and return
at that precise point in the plot has great significance to the outcome of the story as a
whole. Bibliography lists one source. Shakjou.wps
The Tempest and All’s Well That Ends Well /
Liberation & Coercion :
A 6 page paper comparing pairs of characters in these two Shakespearean plays.
Specifically, the paper compares the way Prospero restricts Miranda’s freedom versus
the way Helena entraps Bertram, and contrasts the two plays’ very different
resolutions. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Liberco.wps
Comedy in "Antony and Cleopatra"
vs. "All For Love" : A 5 page paper analyzing the use of the techniques
and structures of comedy in these two works. The paper notes that because Shakespeare
wrote in the Elizabethan era and Dryden during the Restoration, their differing
sensibilities cause them to write a play that was natural and charming on the one hand and
formal and sophisticated on the other. No additional sources listed. Antcleo.doc
"The Tempest" vs. "A Midsummer
Night's Dream" : A 7 page paper comparing and contrasting elements of the two
plays. Comparisons on difficulties staging due to exotic locales of the plays, imagery,
good v. evil. Contrasts on allegorical references in The Tempest. Bibliography lists 5
sources. Tempdrea.wps
Love as Seen in Twelfth Night & Midsummer
Night's Dream : A 4 page analytical look at Shakespeare's different depictions of love
as seen in Twelfth Night and Midsummer Night's Dream. The writer argues that while Twelfth
Night dealt with "courtly" -- or "romantic" love, Midsummer's Night
Dream explored the very nature of love itself-- asking us how we can ever really know for
sure when love is real. No Bibliography. Midsumer.wps
Shakespeare’s Ophelia and Mariana / The
Power of Identity : A 6 page analysis of these two characters from
"Hamlet" and "Measure for Measure". It notes that as similar as
Ophelia and Mariana seem on the surface, however, their fates are very different. Ophelia
has had every advantage in life -- nurturing, guidance, and love -- but Mariana is the one
whose firm orientation to her goal will allow her to triumph. Bibliography lists four
sources including the two plays. Mariana.wps
Hamlet & Measure For Measure / The
Power of Identity : 5 pages in length-- Focuses on Shakespeare’s Ophelia
(from Hamlet) and Mariana (from Measure For Measure). The writer notes that
as similar as Ophelia and Mariana seem on the surface, however, their fates are very
different. Ophelia has had every advantage in life -- nurturing, guidance, and love -- but
Mariana is the one whose firm orientation to her goal will allow her to triumph.
Bibliography lists four sources including the two plays. Ophiden.wps
"Measure For Measure" vs.
"Much Ado About Nothing" : An 8 page paper comparing and contrasting
these two plays by William Shakespeare. The writer examines the characters, plot, and
atmosphere of each. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Measure.wps
Oedipus, Hamlet and Romeo & Juliet Analyzed
: This 6 page research paper compares and contrasts Shakespeare’s Hamlet and
Romeo and Juliet with Sophocles’ Oedipus. Specifically discussed are the ironic
literary settings exhibited in each play, as well as common tragic themes of betrayal,
murder and suicide, providing quotations from the plays’ texts to support argument.
Bibliography lists 3 sources. Oedhamrj.wps
Hamlet & Othello, Shakespeare's Response to
Women through Female Characters : In 8 pages the author discusses Shakespeare's
response to women through female characters in "Hamlet" and "Othello".
"It is interesting to note the role of women in William Shakespeare's plays. Many of
them are two-dimensional. They portrayals of subservient women. It is only in the close
examination of his works that one is able to suppose his intent in creating characters
that inspire that type of controversy. Two works, 'Hamlet' and 'Othello' stand out
particularly well in regards to Shakespeare's use of female characters. Examination of
these two plays, will show that Shakespeare, circumvented them by creating resolute female
characters with a strong sense of self, although conforming to the contemporary attitudes
of women at the same time." Bibliography lists 6 sources. Hamoth2.wps
Shakespeare's Reliance on the Supernatural in
Hamlet & Macbeth : In 5 pages the author discusses William Shakespeare's
reliance on the supernatural in the plays "Hamlet" and "Macbeth".
"In the 1500s there was strong belief in the existence of the supernatural. The
supernatural was a recurring theme in many of Shakespeare's works. In Hamlet and Macbeth,
the supernatural was an essential part of the structure of the plot. Supernatural provided
a catalyst for action. It also provided an insight into characters, and magnified the
impact of several key scenes in both of the plays. The role of the supernatural was
essential in both Hamlet and Macbeth." Macham.wps
Patriotism And Power In Shakespeare’s
"Richard II" And "Henry IV" :
This 3 page essay discusses issues of power, patriotic sentiments, and heroic
characteristics in "Richard II" and "Henry IV." No additional sources
cited. Rich25.wps
Richard VIII And King Lear : A 5 page
evaluation of the roles these two kings played within the confines of their individual
plays. "King Lear" by Shakespeare, and "A Man or All Seasons" by
Robert Bolt are the plays under examination. The evaluation of the two kings is in context
of their effectiveness in relationship to those around them. Being that they are both
kings of great influence they are incredibly effective in most regards. This, of course,
is not to say that their effectiveness could be deemed as positive in most cases, but that
their personalities and their positions predestined them to effectiveness. No additional
sources cited. LearVII.wps
Illustrations From Three Shakespeare Plays /
Othello, Hamlet & Coriolanus : In 5 pages, the writer takes illustrations from
three plays: Othello, Hamlet, & Coriolanus and analyzes them with regard to the
"presentational theater" according to Russ McDonald. No additional sources
cited. Illshake.wps
A Midsummer Night's Dream vs. Much Ado
About Nothing / A Comparison :
In 6 pages the author compares two of Shakespeare's comedies: "A Midsummer
Night's Dream" and "Much Ado About Nothing." When compared and
contrasted many similarities and differences are found in terms of the relationships that
are seen between love and marriage, sex and dowries, and fathers and daughters in the
comedies "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "Much Ado About Nothing" by
William Shakespeare. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Msndmd.wps
Comedy Hinging On Mistakes In "The
Merchant Of Venice" And "A Midsummer Night’s Dream" : This 3
page essay discusses the ways in which comic action often is the result of mistakes,
delusions, and disguises that result in a great deal of confusion before they are ever
resolved. No additional sources cited. Comhin.wps
Homoeroticism in Three Plays of Shakespeare
: A 12 page paper which examines homoeroticism, as exhibited in the William
Shakespeare plays, The Merchant of Venice, As You Like It, and Twelfth
Night. Specifically considered are the homoerotic undertones of same-gender
friendships, cross-dressing and transformation. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Homoshak.wps
Much Ado About Relationships – Connections
Of Love And Marriage, Fathers And Daughters, Sex And Dowries In Shakespeare : This
5 page report discusses the relationships among the characters of "A Midsummer
Night’s Dream" and "Much Ado About Nothing." No additional
sources cited. Speare2.wps
Oedipus, The King & Henry IV : A 5
page paper comparing and contrasting the two plays which focuses on the relationship
between fathers and sons and the forces of Good and Evil as instruments of either
destruction or reward. No additional sources cited. Henoed.wps
Magic In Shakespeare & Goethe : A 5
page paper that details the passage of magic, dreams, and incantations in a Midsummer
Nights Dream and Goethe’s Faust. The writer also examines how both works
display these qualities and goes into significant plot analysis as well. Midg.wps
The Postmodern Shakespeare : A 10 page
analysis of the validity of the opinions of philosopher Stanley Cavell regarding
Shakespeare’s five greatest tragedies -- Hamlet, Othello, King
Lear, Macbeth, and Antony and Cleopatra. The paper concludes that
Cavell’s insights, contained in his book Discovering Knowledge in Six Plays of
Shakespeare, can be appropriately applied to Shakespeare, because Shakespeare’s
mindset was very similar to that experienced by many people in the late twentieth century
-- as well as aberrant for the early seventeenth. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Postshak.wps
Comparison of Dante from "Inferno" and
King Lear from Shakespeare's "King Lear" : In 5 pages the author
discusses the similarities and differences between Dante and King Lear. "'King Lear'
is a tragedy that was written by William Shakespeare. 'Inferno' is part one of a
three-part story, which was written by Dante Alighieri. Although both stories are
tragedies and contain great suffering, Dante is without a doubt the stronger of the two
characters. The men share a commonality of fate stepping in and deciding their actions for
them. Dante's fate, however was a much better one than Lear's was. Dante thought himself
unworthy and Lear thought himself great. They were both wrong. Both men had eye-opening
experiences. In Lear's case, it was too late." Dantlear.wps
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