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Considered one of Shakespeare's finest tragedies, Othello is a story of jealousy, prejudice and the clash of cultures. All of Shakespeare's tragedies have a tragic hero, or 'protagonist' who is put into a situation of conflict which he must resolve. A combination of bad luck and misjudgement lead to the hero's death. Othello kills his wife Desdemona, convinced by his general Iago that she has betrayed their love. During the play he struggles with pride.
In this elective you will identify aspects of the context of the composer and your own context that shape meaning in the play Othello. You will refine your personal interpretations and use textual evidence from the play that supports your views.
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