"Much Ado About Nothing"

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The paper comments that strong, vibrant characters are one of William Shakespeare's trademarks and that he rarely makes any social commentary without proving a point. The paper highlights that in "Much Ado About Nothing," Shakespeare uses personal struggles to emphasize the danger of deceit as well as the discovery of self. The paper discusses how Shakespeare uses such struggles to bring unlikely individuals together. Beatrice and Benedick become major players in the game of love despite their indifference toward the subject. Their identities are connected to their marital status and because they are stubborn, they cannot see how they are compatible. The paper discusses how, through the techniques of characterization, plot, and narrative, "Much Ado About Nothing" becomes a play about self-identity.

From the Paper:

"The play's action leads each character down the road to self-identity. The plot revolves around love and the love story of Beatrice and Benedick is embedded in Claudio and Hero's story. Love is in the air, so to speak, and Claudio and Hero want these two lovers to finally admit their true feelings for each other. Deception drives the plot, however. Beatrice and Benedick are duped, this is true, but without deception, they would have never had the opportunity for love. The irony is that they would fall in love with each other. This irony makes love more enjoyable and, eventually, the couple is not afraid to admit this fact."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Shakespeare, William. Much Ado About Nothing. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare. Vol. I. New York: Nelson Doubleday, Inc. 1983.

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