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Hamlet, 2002.
The paper explores the character of Hamlet in William Shakespeare's "Hamlet", focusing on his flaws rather than hero-like qualities.
1,615 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This term paper examines the character of Hamlet in which we see a very human character, one whose destiny in part condemns a man whose is also condemned by his own actions. This essay discusses Hamlet's habitual indecisiveness which leads to a climax in which there is in fact no clear resolution to the play's action.
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"We are accustomed to thinking of Hamlet as the hero of the play that bears his name - the avenger of his father, the man who returns a sense of justice and order to the land of Denmark. And yet a closer reading of the play suggests that while Hamlet is in some sense a hero, he is also quite clearly culpable for the terrible events that occur. And yet rather than make him less compelling as a character, his essential flaws make him more interesting. His own indecisiveness and unwillingness to act in the end cause a great deal of harm in the world. His role as a prince is to serve as the protector of his people, as a dam against the threat of evil. This passivity of his is certainly not as morally wrong as is the active evil involved in the murder of his father. But neither is it heroism, constituting no outstanding feat of virtue. "
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"Hamlet", 2001.
This paper includes an excerpt from "Hamlet", Act III, Scene IV and analyzes it in-depth.
1,255 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper examines "Hamlet", Act III, Scene IV which describes a discussion between Hamlet and his mother. Hamlet opens up and tells his mother how he feels about her behavior and her shamelessness. It discusses Hamlet's father and their relationship. Hamlet ends up accusing his mother of treachery and she ends up finding out how his father was killed. This paper discusses the themes in this passage and the literary techniques used in it.
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"Act III, Scene IV takes place in the queen's closet in a meeting between Hamlet and his mother. A member of the King's court, Polonius has been sent to hide in the queen's curtains to spy on the meeting. It is here that we join Hamlet in a conversation with his mother. Hamlet, hearing Polonius behind the curtain, has stabbed him. The following analyzes the speech in which Hamlet tells his mother his true feelings about her deed. This passage is divided into clear, well-organized segments. Lines 53-64 are describing the virtues of Hamlet's father. Line 65 abruptly switches to a description of Claudius. In lines 66-80, Hamlet asks his mother how she could do such an act. He does not believe it to be blind love. He asks why she has no shame in her actions. This passage concludes in lines 82-86 where Hamlet accuses his mother of treachery. Within each section of the passage there is much repetition on the theme. This gives the passage the feeling of anger and urgency. It also helps add to Hamlets muse of pretending to be crazy at this time."
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The Two Richards, 2001.
This essay is a comparison of Shakespeare's "Richard III" and Tey's Richard III in her novel "The Daughter of Time".
865 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 30.95
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This paper explores the differences between William Shakespeare's account of Richard III and Josephine Tey's account of the same. The author discusses such differences as historical accuracy, the protagonist's motivations and the differences in the plots.
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"Shakespeare's descriptions of Richard III have been the most popular historical account. He describes Richard to be a physically deformed individual with his deformities eating away at his mind and soul turning him into a loathsome character. Moreover, he depicts Richard to be greedy for throne so much so that he went about on a murdering spree. In Shakespeare's account, Richard killed his own brother George whose turn it was in the line of succession within the House of York. Moreover, he had the queen's brothers, Rivers and Gray and his wife Anne murdered too with the aid of the conspiratorial Buckingham."
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The Work of the Century, 2001.
This paper is a theatrical analysis of Shakespeare's "Henry the IV" Part One as it was staged during the playwright's time.
1,305 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper presents a detailed discussion on Shakespeare's "Henry the IV" part one. The writer of this paper takes the reader on an exploratory journey though the history of the work, the life of the author and then spends some time discussing the production protocol in that era. The paper also discusses how production methods have changed over the years.
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"William Shakespeare has always been known as one of the most enduring and classic authors of literary works of all time. We have seen his plays many times over and college professors use his works as a springboard to study literature, theater and writing. One of Shakespeare's most interesting works was that of King Henry IV part one. This work details and underscores much of the talent that Shakespeare is well known for. The history of the work ties closely with the life of the author. In addition it was produced in a time where production protocol had some narrow boundaries and guidelines that patrons expected to be followed. Shakespeare used some interesting sources for this work and the historical background of the production is studied as often as the work itself."
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Human Nature, 2001.
This paper compares the characters in William Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," to the current events in the United States.
885 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper uses of the characters in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," as examples of deceit and naivete, and parallels them with examples from current history. Naivete is illustrated using examples of how both Caesar and the US were unaware of the warning signs of an impending attack. Deceit is illustrated using the fact that the terrorists lived in the US and no one knew, and that Caesar's friends plotted and he never knew. Columbine High School, where two "normal" students went on shooting rampage, is used to illustrate deceit and is compared to Caesar's supporters also going on a rampage and killing him. The author illustrates how Caesar never had chance to change while on the other hand, American is changing and needs to evolve with these changes.
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"Deception, of course, correlates with the terrorist attacks, too. These Taliban members lived within our communities, shopped at our grocery stores, slept next door and might have even dated a few of our women. All the while, they were secretly plotting a nationwide attack for September 11, 2001. Caesar is also betrayed, though the Senate is supposed to be his supporters. Brutus is his best friend, his confidant. Yet all the while, Brutus is being persuaded to conspire against Caesar. Brutus does conspire, as well as others who once supported Caesar. The conspirators lie, sneak around and deceive their family and friends in order to do what they feel is right for the state of Rome. Eerily, the suicide bombers of September 11 also lied, and snuck around. Perhaps one of the most damaging results of their ultimate deception is that now Americans don't know who to trust, which leads to many citizens preferring not to trust anyone. (Webb, EDN)"
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"Hamlet" and "King Lear", 2001.
A comparison of the main characters in Shakespeare's "Hamlet" and "King Lear".
665 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 23.95
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This paper briefly compares the characters of Hamlet and King Lear, the main characters in two of Shakespeare's plays. It shows how both are very powerful characters yet use their power in very different ways.
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"In William Shakespeare's play Hamlet, the title character is a young, brooding man in his early twenties who is faced with the murder of his father by his Uncle, who becomes his stepfather. Despite being well aware of the terrible actions of his mother and his stepfather, Hamlet takes quite a lot of time deciding what measures need to be taken. On the contrary, King Lear (of Shakespeare's play titled King Lear) begins the play in the exact opposite mindset. His reign as king is drawing near, and his vision regarding the circumstances of those around him is quite clear. However, King Lear almost immediately begins his downfall into madness, while Hamlet's journey to clarity begins."
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"The Yellow Wallpaper" and "A Midsummer Night's Dream", 2000.
A discussion about the element of fantasy in "The Yellow Wallpaper" and "A Midsummer Night's Dream".
1,121 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, $ 38.95
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This paper argues that a common theme in Charlotte Perkins Gilman's work, "The Yellow Wallpaper" and Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" is the effect of fantasy and enchantment on the characters in those stories. An examination of the two works shows how fantasy influences and modifies the characters, how it affects the story's setting, and the message that each author is sending to the reader.
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Shakespeare's "Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer's Day?", 2000.
A look at two critical approaches to Shakespeare's sonnet, "Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer's Day?"
1,215 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 1 source, $ 41.95
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This paper uses both the new criticism and the deconstruction approach to find deeper insight to the possible meanings and connections in "Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer's Day?"
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Shakespeare's "Henry IV", 2000.
A discussion of the concept of honor in Shakespeare's play, "Henry IV".
1,836 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 4 sources, $ 58.95
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This paper takes a look at how Shakespeare shows his audience the noble and ignoble nature of honor and chivalry in the behavior of the play's main characters Henry Percy, Henry Prince of Wales, Sir John Falstaff, and King Henry the Fourth. An examination of "Henry IV" shows how Shakespeare demonstrates these 16th century values of honor and justice to his audience.
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Shakespeare's "Othello", 2000.
A look at how concern for reputation leads to downfall in Shakespeare's "Othello".
1,431 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 1 source, $ 47.95
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This paper analyzes the character of Othello and looks at how his obsession with his reputation leads to his downfall.
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"A major theme in Othello is that characters become so caught up in defending and protecting their reputation that they lose their powers of reason and common sense. This essay will discuss how the central topic of reputation and appearance is developed into this theme by the use of setting and characters. "
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Shakespeare's "King Lear", 2000.
An examination of the themes of parental love and filial obligations in "King Lear".
2,482 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 1 source, $ 75.95
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This paper discusses the unrealistic expectation of parents re: filial duty, love, obligation of parents and children to each other in Shakespeare's play, "King Lear".
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"It can be argued that the parents King Lear and the Earl of Gloucester damage their children's lives because of their unrealistic and confused expectations about filial love, duty, and the obligations of parents and children to each other. An examination of the characters in "The Tragedy of King Lear" supports this thesis. "
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"Othello" and "The Diamond Necklace" Compared, 2000.
A comparison focusing on the themes of vanity and pride in Shakespeare's "Othello" and Guy de Maupassant's "The Diamond Necklace".
1,465 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 2 sources, $ 48.95
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This paper takes a look at the themes in the two stories, "Othello" and "The Diamond Necklace" focusing on price, avarice, greed, and jealousy.
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"On a deeper level, De Maupassant is arguing that all that glitters is not gold. He is saying that we humans need to learn the difference between the excellence and superiority of the quality life, and the glittery flash of fake values and appearances. In the play "Othello" by William Shakespeare, the main character goes through a similar loss because his pride and vanity blind him to the reality of the world around him. "
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Hamlet and "Night Mother", 2000.
A comparison of the protagonist tragic characters in Shakespeare's "Hamlet" and the modern play "Night, Mother" by Marsha Norman.
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 2 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper examines and compares the plays "Hamlet" by Shakespeare and "Night Mother" by Marsha Norman. The paper shows how the main characters of the plays share common characteristics such as their arguments for suicide, the loss of their fathers, and their similar wishes to die.
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"Although Hamlet by William Shakespeare and Night, Mother by Marsha Norman were written about four hundred years apart, they are similar because they both tell tragic stories of people who are tortured by hopelessness, depression and painful circumstances in their lives. "
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Hamlet's Revenge, 2000.
Exploration of the motivations driving Shakespeare's character Hamlet and his act of revenge against his enemies.
1,031 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 1 source, $ 36.95
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This paper presents and discusses five possible reasons why Hamlet delays his revenge on Claudius even though Hamlet discovers early on that Claudius poisoned Hamlet's father.
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"William Shakespeare's Hamlet is one of the most fascinating and complex plays ever written. Young Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, is a man of intelligence and education, but the death of his father the king motivates him to seek revenge against his uncle Claudius. His uncle had succeeded Hamlet's father to the throne of Denmark and commits incest by marrying the King's widow Gertrude. Although Hamlet discovers early in the play that his uncle Claudius had poisoned his father, he delays his revenge until several acts later in the play."
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A Pound of Flesh: Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice", 2000.
A look at how Shakespeare deals with the human need for vengeance in "The Merchant of Venice".
919 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 1 source, $ 32.95
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"Why is it that it is so hard for human beings to forgive the damage that is done to them by others? What is it inside of people that drives them to vindictively exact a pound of flesh from those who have done wrong? These are questions that arise in Shakespeare's play The Merchant of Venice. Shakespeare's character Shylock becomes one of literature's most famous pursuers of revenge when he demands a pound of flesh in payment of a bond drawn on him by Antonio. But Shakespeare shows how revenge can backfire and leave the avenger in worse conditions than if he were to have merely forgiven the person who offended him. An examination of Shylock's "Hath not a Jew eyes" speech shows how Shylock attempts to justify his thirst for revenge against Antonio and the other merchants who are prejudiced against him."
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"The Taming of the Shrew", 2005.
An analysis of William Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" - Act V, Scene 2.
1,164 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper examines how Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" is one of his earlier comedies and deals with the topic of gender roles and obedience. In particular, the paper looks at how the play reaches its climax in the last act, Act V, Scene 2, which concludes with Katherina's soliloquy on obedience.
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"But then again, on the other hand, one can ask: Is she really only playing? May it not be that maybe Petruchio has rather humbled than empowered her by wearing her down? Taking the same scene mentioned above, it might as well be argued that after having been held away from food and sleep for days, Kate finally gave up trying to compete Petruchio and took on the subordinate role. She might finally have found her master, someone who is not intimidated by her shrewishness and who is able to lead her. In this case, the last speech has to be seen as a true speech of obedience. "
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Shakespeare's Much Ado about Nothing: The 'Low' Characters, 2005.
An explanation of the 'low' characters in "Much Ado about Nothing" by William Shakespeare.
1,693 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 54.95
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This paper introduces the 'low' characters in William Shakespeare's play, "Much Ado about Nothing" and explains and discusses their function and relationship in and throughout the play.
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"Nearly each of Shakespere's plays has so called 'low' characters, characters of lower birth that use a minor language and have got a specific function in the play. In Much Ado about Nothing, these characters are represented by Dogberry, his neighbour Verges, and three Watches. Dogberry is the chief constable of Messina, a wealthy town in the south of Italy, where the wealthier part of the population has their resedencies, and so does Leonato, in and around whose house the action takes place. In Kenneth Branagh's Hollywood version from 1993, the setting is picturesque. A white villa in the middle of Messina, surrounded by a huge garden with a dwell, dates, wine and with the so typical red earth for the region of Tuscany. In this rich setting we find well educated, sophisticated people of high birth and virtue. There is Leonato, father to Hero, uncle to Beatrice, there is Don Pedro, the prince and leader, accompanied by Claudio, a young soldier, and Benedick, the old witty bachelor. There is also Don John, the bastard, the villain of the play, who comes with his small cortege Borachio and Conrade. Don Pedro, Benedick, Don John and Claudio come home from war and stay in Leonato's house in Messina, where Claudio falls in love with Hero and asks Don Perdo to woo for him. Further, Don Pedro sets up a matchmaking plan to make Benedick and Beatrice, a lovely semi-belligerent couple, fall in love with each other, and Don John, who hates his half brother Don Pedro tries to axe his brothers love plans by setting up an intrigue that defames Hero and anticipates her marriage. And in between this virtuous and moral bunch, apart from Don John, of course, there is Dogberry and his neighbour Verges, who are both not of high birth, who are simple men respecting the law and responsible for the adherence of the same, who appear to be a little dumb even, due to their special language use, but who, however, play a decisive role in the end as they are the ones who detect the intrigue and thus save the life of the heroin Hero and restore peace in Messina. Their function and relationship in and throughout the play will be discussed in this essay."
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Caliban, 2005.
A discussion on whether William Shakespeare intended us to feel sympathy for the character, Caliban, in his play "The Tempest".
2,569 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 0 sources, $ 77.95
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This paper discusses how, by ultimately giving the character Caliban, in "The Tempest", repentant language and showing he is an intelligent creature, Shakespeare has given Caliban his approval and recognised that despite the fact he cannot be civilised, he is a creature of sensitivity deserving sympathy. The paper also argues that, by writing "The Tempest", Shakespeare wanted to make a philosophical and moral point about the taming of people who were considered to be savage and in need of civilisation. It also contends that Shakespeare had a humanitarian view towards undeveloped people and therefore created Caliban to represent an uncivilised creature being controlled and oppressed by people from society, represented by Prospero, who consider themselves to be superior.
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"However, it is not only Caliban who has an uncontrollable and bestial side. Sebastian and Antonio, educated and civilised members of the Kings court, plot to kill the king while he is sleeping in order to take the throne. This raises Shakespeare's argument of nature versus nurture, which influences the play significantly. For example, the reader might take Shakespeare's descriptions of Caliban's instinctive behaviour and interpret him as an evil creature, but he is not as insensitive as characters such as Sebastian and Antonio. Both men are from an educated and civilised society but they still produce corruption and evil even though they know better, whereas Caliban does not have a clear concept of right and wrong and does not realise his actions are inappropriate. Fundamentally, Caliban's behaviour is horrifying in the eyes of civilized people; nevertheless, his background and the environment in which he grew up in justify his acts."
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