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Deception and Substitution: Catalysts for Change

Posted on September 6th, 2007 in Topical by Peaches O'Neil

Shakespeare transforms Cinthio’s “Hecatommithi” in the play “Measure for Measure”: in one of these transformations Shakespeare’s Duke stays in Vienna disguised as a friar, whereas his counterpart, the Emperor in Hecatommithi, does not reside in the City of Innsbruck. Through analyzing two passages from Measure for Measure, one can see the many layers of deception and substitution the Duke’s presence adds to the play.

The Tragedy of Julius Caesar

Posted on August 24th, 2007 in Topical by T. M.

It is often said that a defeat is less painful if it is at the hands of a strong and worthy enemy. In fact, it is considered honorable to lose to a strong opponent, if you can make it hard for them. In Shakespeare’s play, The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, the famous general is given no such honor.

Macbeth’s Downfall

Posted on July 5th, 2007 in Topical by jeff_owens

Who was really responsible for Macbeth’s downfall?

What Is the Meaning in Macbeth?

Posted on June 20th, 2007 in Topical by Kristy and Steven

My opinion of what message is portrayed in the play “Macbeth.”

Romeo and Juliet: Nocturnal World

Posted on June 17th, 2007 in Topical by rowan

How does Shakespeare create and describe the private nocturnal world of Romeo and Juliet’s love?

Romeo’s Love for Juliet

Posted on May 28th, 2007 in Topical by rowan

How does Romeo’s love for Rosaline contrast with his expression of love for Juliet.

Romeo & Juliet: The Value of Time

Posted on May 26th, 2007 in Topical by rowan

How is time in Romeo & Juliet’s world distinct from time in their parents world.

Macbeth

Posted on May 6th, 2007 in Topical by griffiths63

At the beginning of the play we think of Macbeth being a great hero. He is one of the most honorable knights in the country but as the play goes on Macbeth degenerates in our opinions because of some of the awful things he has done and ends up being the worst and most hated character in the play.

Writing a Play II

Posted on April 29th, 2007 in How To by ecrivan wordwizard

Procedures involved in playwriting.

Writing a Play I

Posted on April 26th, 2007 in How To by ecrivan wordwizard

How to Write a Play.

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