Deception in Hamlet & Othello
[ send me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper that contrasts and compares the use of deception in these two plays. The writer argues that in both plays, characters, specifically Hamlet and Iago, engage in deceptive actions that are intended to manipulate others. However, the motivations behind the deception in each instances are totally different. Hamlet is tortured about whether revenge against his uncle is the correct action, that is, action that is justified and noble. Iago, on the other hand, is the epitome of evil and positively revels in his duplicity. Nevertheless, certain parallels can be drawn between the Iago and the prince of Denmark. Both Iago and Hamlet use manipulate language in order to deceive, and, also, they are both motivated, to a certain extent by repulsion at certain sexual liaisons. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khhaot2.rtf

Elements Which Make for Great Literature and Great Literary Writers
[ send me this paper ]
A 5 page paper which discusses various literary works and literary authors, presenting what elements make them great. The authors and the works presented for discussion are Authors and works discussed are Shakespeare (Othello, Tempest), Austen (Pride and Prejudice), Melville (Billy Budd), Shaw (Pygmalion), and Naylor (Mama Day). Bibliography lists 5 additional sources.
Filename: RAdefl~2.wps

Emotion in Othello and Macbeth
[ send me this paper ]
This 5 page paper examines the two Shakespearean tragedies and looks at the characters' abilities to use reason. It is suggested that the characters are run on emotion and use little reason. Several quotes from the plays are provided. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA208sks.rtf