othello
Shrewd and devious behaviour, especially for his own benefit is perpetuated by the manipulative and evil Iago throughout the Shakespearean tragedy Othello. Iago tampers with the truth and falsifies events in an attempt to secure power and seek revenge. In his quest for power no one is safe from his devious deeds. His lies and manipulative tales ultimately prove destructive to the other characters in the play. Iago appears to be without conscience, continuing to fabricate stories and initiate rumors. Iago is cynical; obsessed with his own personal gain. His manipulative and spiteful behaviour leads to the thirst for revenge, the betrayal of friendships, and the destruction of love. The hunger and quest for revenge, the result of jealousy leads to the downfall of a number of Shakespearean characters in the play, Othello. Iago is extremely manipulative and power oriented, yearning to be in control and exercise authority. When news of Cassio's promotion reaches him he is overcome with jealousy and vows to seek the ultimate revenge - Cassio's dismissal. Iago rants that he will "have our Michael Cassio on the hip, abuse him to the Moor in the rank garb - For I fear Cassio with my night-
In retrospect and in spite of the fact that Shakespeare's works have been composed several centuries ago, is it his intent to expose flaws in the human character? Is Shakespeare attempting to deliver a message through his works? In the play, Othello, Iago can be described as being green with envy however, would it not be more appropriate to characterize him as greed with envy? Iago's greed for power and status can only be satisfied through the manipulation and deception of others without regret or remorse of the impact on the unsuspecting. Indeed, is the message Shakespeare attempts to disclose albeit a futile attempt, actually a warning, a warning "to beware of the pat on the back, that just might hold you back" (anonymous) or the" smiling faces that tell lies and of the evils that lurk within" (anonymous), a warning to heed several centuries ago and a message to heed today? Iago's manipulation destroys many people's lives throughout the play Othello. It is distressful to witness Iago's horrific schemes as they come to fruition without regard or remorse for the lives he attempts to sabotage. Manipulation is a terrifying and unscrupulous tactic which forces people to undertake deeds they would otherwise consider devious. Manipulation destroys friendships, creates power struggles and ruins even the strongest bonds of true love. It is devastating to realize that had the truth been spoken or acknowledged in the play, Othello, many lives and reputations could have been spared. Today society often fails to recognize that the truth is critical to the success of every relationship. It is evident that deceit and lies may corrupt many relationships and that without the truth there is no foundation for trust and true bonding. People must be more prudent about their decision making and their manipulation of others; it is imperative to consider the detrimental and emotional trauma created by such decisions, as well the trust and respect they sacrifice as a result of such behaviour. Society needs to celebrate the truth in people's lives . Friendship involves appreciating, ac
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Approximate Word count = 1419
Approximate Pages = 6 (250 words per page double spaced)
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