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Othello (/ ɒ ˈ θ ɛ l oʊ /; full title: The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice) is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare, around 1603. The story revolves around two characters, Othello and Iago .
- William Shakespeare
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Jul 31, 2015 · In Othello, William Shakespeare creates powerful drama from a marriage between the exotic Moor Othello and the Venetian lady Desdemona that begins with elopement and mutual devotion and ends with jealous rage and death.
May 30, 2024 · Othello, tragedy in five acts by William Shakespeare, written in 1603–04 and published in 1622 in a quarto edition from a transcript of an authorial manuscript.
- David Bevington
A comprehensive overview of Shakespeare's tragedy Othello, with a scene-by-scene synopsis and analysis. Learn about the characters, themes, and plot of the play, as well as the historical and cultural context in which it was written.
Learn about Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army, who is tricked into killing his wife Desdemona by his ensign Iago. Explore the themes of jealousy, betrayal, and racism in this classic play by William Shakespeare.
Learn about the plot, characters, and themes of Othello, one of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies. Find out how Iago schemes to destroy Othello and Desdemona, and how jealousy consumes the Moorish general.
Othello: Entire Play. ACT I. SCENE I. Venice. A street. Enter RODERIGO and IAGO. RODERIGO. Tush! never tell me; I take it much unkindly That thou, Iago, who hast had my purse As if the strings were thine, shouldst know of this. IAGO. 'Sblood, but you will not hear me: If ever I did dream of such a matter, Abhor me.
