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1998-11-01
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Shakespeare, William
1564
1616
Shakspeare, William
Shakspere, William
Othello
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"Othello, the Moor of Venice" by William Shakespeare is a tragic play written during the early 17th century, exploring themes of jealousy, love, and betrayal. The story revolves around Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army, and his complex relationship with his wife, Desdemona, as they navigate the treacherous waters of jealousy and deceit, manipulated by the villainous Iago. The opening of the play introduces Roderigo, an unsuccessful suitor of Desdemona, who is frustrated that she has married Othello. Roderigo is in cahoots with Iago, who harbors resentment towards Othello for being passed over for promotion in favor of Cassio. Iago's cunning plans begin to unfold as he sets into motion a plot to ruin Othello’s life by inciting feelings of doubt and jealousy about Desdemona’s fidelity. Brabantio, Desdemona's father, is alerted to his daughter's elopement and becomes enraged upon discovering her marriage to Othello. This tension between the characters sets the stage for the unfolding drama, fueled by Iago's manipulations and the inherent vulnerabilities of love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 84.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Tragedies (Drama)
Othello (Fictitious character) -- Drama
Jealousy -- Drama
Interracial marriage -- Drama
Venice (Italy) -- Drama
Muslims -- Drama
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