Shakespeare's Desdemona, A Study Of Race Differences

By George William Gerwig

Book Overview

Shakespeare's Desdemona, A Study Of Race Differences by Gerwig, George William is a book that examines the character of Desdemona in William Shakespeare's play, Othello. Specifically, the book explores how race differences play a role in Desdemona's character development and relationships with other characters in the play. The author analyzes Desdemona's interactions with Othello, a black man, and how their racial differences affect their marriage and ultimately lead to tragedy. The book also delves into the societal and cultural attitudes towards race during Shakespeare's time and how they influenced the portrayal of Desdemona. Overall, Shakespeare's Desdemona, A Study Of Race Differences offers an insightful perspective on one of Shakespeare's most complex and controversial characters.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Shakespeare�������s Ideals of Womanhood, by George William Gerwig. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595315.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162814284
• ISBN13: 9781162814285
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 18 Pages
• Weight: 0.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"