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Shakespeare and Natural Elements, 2002.
A look at William Shakespeare's use of natural elements and phenomena in the plays "Romeo and Juliet","A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "Macbeth".
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses how William Shakespeare used nature and natural phenomena for effects and environment in terms of foreshadowing and mood in the plays Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Macbeth.
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Violations of Nature in Shakespeare's "King Lear", 2004.
An exposition of Shakespeare's characters in his "King Lear."
904 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper provides an exposition of the symbolic use of unnatural actions and motivations of Shakespeare's characters in his tragedy "King Lear." The paper examines the Elizabethan view of determinism, including filial relationships in the play and the Elizabethan ideal.
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"Shakespeare presents numerous violations against nature in the tragedy "King Lear." Throughout the play he exploits the Elizabethan views of determinism in nature and physical order within the universe. Shakespeare explores the effects of committing violations against established natural laws through his characters' inappropriate dealings within their relationships against the natural order and against their own bodies and minds. His portrayal of unnatural relationships carried a profound significance for Elizabethan audiences."
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Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet", 2005.
This paper discusses the elements of love in Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet".
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper explains that first love is the love, which most people remember and cherish throughout their lives. The author points out that few people are willing to die for their first love yet Romeo and Juliet foolishly died without trying to solve all of their problems. The paper relates that Shakespeare movie and play "Romeo and Juliet" are similar in words, but quite different in setting.
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"What is love? Did Romeo and Juliet's parents have the right to decide who they should marry? Love between Romeo and Juliet was forbidden and thus even more grandiose in the eyes of the two lovers. First love is one that most people remember and cherish throughout their lives. Few people are willing to die for their love, yet this couple foolishly died without trying to solve all of the problems. In the play, "Romeo and Juliet" and in the movie, Romeo and Juliet fall in love the first time they see each other and they pursue the forbidden love knowing their parents would never approve of it, which eventually leads them to commit suicide. The Shakespeare movie and play are similar in words, but quite different in setting."
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Shakespeare's "The Tempest", 1995.
This paper discusses Shakespeare's "The Tempest": Elements of comedy and romance in play based on ideas of critic Northrop Frye.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 1 source, $ 55.95
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"This study will provide an analysis of Shakespeare's The Tempest, focusing on the elements of comedy in the play. The study will primarily discuss ways in which the play fits into the comedic theory of Northrop Frye as expressed in his work Anatomy of Criticism, but will also very briefly consider ways in which the play does not fit into that theory of comedy. Where romance and comedy come together in The Tempest, Frye's theory is most applicable and rewarding. This conjunction occurs in terms of the generally positive and happy outlook on life which the play describes and clearly endorses. The essence of both romance and comedy (as opposed to tragedy), or romantic comedy, is that all ends well, with love fulfilled and past sins forgiven, and evil ways of behavior cast off forever.
This play is open to many interpretations, and there are ... "
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Shakespearean Studies: Understanding the Theme of Disguise in Romeo and Juliet and the Film Shakespeare in Love, 2005.
An analysis of the theme of disguise in "Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare and the film "Shakespeare in Love", directed by John Madden.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper looks at how the play "Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare and the film "Shakespeare in Love", directed by John Madden, utilize disguise as the key to romance and intrigue. It looks at how "Shakespeare in Love" displays the theme of disguise as an equal response to the trickery and guise found in "Romeo and Juliet" and how in "Romeo and Juliet" the theme of disguise through the masquerade ball is important in Romeo realizing his love for Juliet.
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William Shakespeare, 2003.
Examines the influence of William Shakespeare on drama and theatre.
9,454 words (approx. 37.8 pages), 28 sources, APA, $ 194.95
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This paper discusses the influence of William Shakespeare on twenty first century theatre. Shakespeare was a great English playwright, dramatist and poet who he lived during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. He is considered to be the greatest playwright of all time. The paper shows that no other writer's plays have been produced so many times or read so widely in so many countries as his. Shakespeare had a tremendous influence on culture and literature throughout the world and he contributed greatly to the development of the English language. The paper examines how many words and phrases from Shakespeare's plays and poems have become part of our speech. It shows that Shakespeare's ideas on subjects such as romantic love, heroism, comedy and tragedy have helped shape the attitudes of millions of people. His portrayals of historical figures and events have influenced our thinking more than what has been written in history books. The world has admired and respected many great writers, but only Shakespeare has generated such enormous continuing interest. The paper discusses his different works for theatre. Costumes trends, audiences and sets are also discussed. It also discusses the formation of Globe theatre by Shakespeare.
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Background
Life of Shakespeare
Shakespeare Career
Shakespeare's Influences on Theatre
Costumes and Sets
Audience and Plays
Globe Theatre
Structure of the Globe
Shakespeare and the End of the Globe
Development of Theatre
Conclusion
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"Everything had to be conveyed to the audience through words and there is little doubt that the audience had better memories and perhaps higher powers of attention than people do today, so that they took in and retained the information given to them. The majority people in Shakespeare's day could not read or write so they had to rely on word of mouth and on memory; this is in evidence in Romeo and Juliet when the Servant is sent to bid Capulet's guests to dinner. He can't read the list which he has been given and he asks Romeo to read it to him; he hears it read once and then goes off to find the guests; yet, there are well over thirteen people on the list so his memory must have been extremely retentive."
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The Modern William Shakespeare, 2001.
This essay covers a vast amount of information on William Shakespeare and his plays. This paper explores the ways that Shakespeare's drama has evolved and transformed over time.
3,870 words (approx. 15.5 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 105.95
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This essay is about William Shakespeare and the ways in which his art has changed and evolved with time. This essay covers many of Shakespeare's plays and many modern film adaptations of his plays. The paper discusses much of the history behind Shakespeare's works and the many sources from which his drama was derived. The essay also deals with Shakespeare's language and the aspects of his invented language that have become a part of our everyday vocabulary. It covers the many characters, plots and genres of Shakespeare's works. The main theme of the paper is centered around the ways modern history has invented a Shakespeare of its very own.
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"Who is Shakespeare? What is Shakespeare? Nearly four hundred years following his death, the Shakespearean debate trudges on. In his lifetime, William Shakespeare wrote a phenomenal cannon of dramatic literature. He managed to create an astounding thirty-seven plays in scarcely the span of twenty-five years. Individually, these plays constitute some of the best art ever written. Collectively, these works secure Shakespeare as the principle literary draftsman of the Elizabethan Age. In his dedication to William Shakespeare in 1623, Ben Johnson wrote: ?He was not of an age, but for all time.? To this day, Shakespeare?s creative genius has yet to be exceeded. No writer in any language can rival the eminence and immortal perpetuity that Shakespeare has relished. And no man, in any creative enterprise, has ever impelled a cultural influence as ample or as profound. Shakespeare?s language and extensive lexicon of coined phrases are more ubiquitous in trite conversation today than the myriad of cliched aphorisms present in the King James Bible. His hundreds of characters-the very mirrors of human nature-are equally as recognizable. From small amusements like Bottom the Weaver, to such unparalleled manifestations as Falstaff, Shakespeare has enriched civilization by mimicking it."
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Shakespeare and the Romantic Poets, 2006.
This paper discusses the reception of William Shakespeare by the Romantic poets as referenced in several text of both Shakespeare and these poets.
2,930 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 86.95
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This paper examines the way in which Shakespeare was viewed by the poetic exponents of Romanticism, and how some of the characters of Shakespeare's plays may exemplify the Romantic ideal. This author explains that two hundred years separates the time of William Shakespeare in the Elizabethan era and the Romantic poets and their vision of a society, which put the concerns of the individual to the forefront of political issues. The paper points out that, while direct reference to Shakespeare's works by the romantic poets is less than abundant, John Keats, Samuel Taylor and Percy Bysse Shelley suggest a clear aesthetic link between Romanticism and Shakespeare's texts. The paper examines characters of Shakespeare's plays and how they exemplify the Romantic vision of individual liberty, the freedom of expression and mans' relationship with nature, which feature prominently in "King Lear", "Hamlet", "Romeo and Juliet"."
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"If then, life is to be lived according to one's ideals, as opposed to the rules of society, then the examination of cerebral conflict is a relevant concern. It would be a simple matter to make one's point by filling an essay such as this with quotations from "Hamlet", whose central character, it appears, is in a state of permanent confusion, or from Corialanus, who, it could be argued is the most egocentric character ever created by Shakespeare, and whose vanity, ultimately, proves to be his undoing. The Romantic hero referred to in my question however, is, for this critic, personified in the character of the eponymous protagonist of "Romeo and Juliet"."
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Shakespeare's "Richard III", 2004.
Analysis of Shakespeare's play, "Richard III", and how the main character is able to win over the hearts and minds of the audience in spite of his evil nature.
1,710 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper describes the four techniques used by Richard, in William Shakespeare's play, "Richard III", to win the love of the audience. Eliciting the audience's sympathy and then their collaboration, Richard's ability to charm and manipulate the audience depends are various elements; each is cited as a technique used by Richard to gain the audience's devotion.
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"One of Shakespeare?s most memorable characters is a villain who will always be remembered for his outstanding intelligence, political intensity, and incredible language skill. Richard, Duke of Gloucester, a devilish man, who murders anyone who stands in his way, even innocent people. We ask ourselves how could anybody with a hypocritical, and deceiving nature win the hearts of the audience of so many generations: for at-least most part of the play. It is agreed then that normally one such a person would horrify and disgust one and all. However, Richard (I stress not King Richard) which will be clarified by the end of this essay; mesmerizes his audience with sly skill. He captures sympathy in his audience by convincing them that his physical deformities should excuse him of committing evil crimes. His alluring use of language is like a spell that is cast over the audience and sustained from the beginning of the play until Act IV. Richard is then able to charm his audience into a partnership of evil and corrupt manipulation. Moreover, Richard, distinguishable than any other villain, and deserves his title because of the four most vital techniques that he uses: through these techniques he is able to win the love of the audience. There are four specific techniques that are used by Richard, which will be explained in-order of importance throughout the essay. The key idea is that each technique adds to, enhances, and strengthens the effect of the situations and outcomes- to whoever is participating in the play (audience, characters etc.)."
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Shakespeare: Life And Works, 2002.
Discusses the life and works of William Shakespeare and the controversy regarding the suspicion that some works attributed to Shakespeare were not really his.
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This paper discusses the life and works of William Shakespeare. Shakespeare was undeniably the best playwright in English literature but his life has always been a mystery and his works have often been eyed with suspicion as quarters are of the view that Shakespeare was not the author of some of the plays.
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Shakespeare and Frost, 2006.
This paper compares William Shakespeare and Robert Frost's poetry that stress man's dependence on nature.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 2 sources, $ 53.95
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The paper presents a comparison of the works of William Shakespeare and Robert Frost that demonstrates a focus on nature and the individual's connection to it. The paper explains that each poet existed in a different time in which the concept of poetry was encompassed by varying philosophies. While the authors use different language and settings to convey their individual messages in the works, they also use themselves as speakers who express the concept in tone that man is dependent on nature as an inspiration for life.
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"The difference in the manner in which nature affects each poet and his personal existence may also be considered in this form of evaluation. Shakespeare used his connection in nature as a means of understanding the passion of life, while Frost pondered the affect of nature on his existence to understand his place in the world."
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Film: "William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream", 2007.
This paper compares Michael Hoffman's 1999 film, "William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream" with Shakespeare's original play.
2,350 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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This paper explains that, for his 1999 film, "William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream", Michael Hoffman rewrote the original Shakespeare play, put it into a more modern context and emphasized artistic visual expression over Shakespeare's expression through the poetry of language. The author points out that Hoffman modernized the gender roles by creating a dialogue for Bottom's wife, thus increasing her importance; wherein, in the original play, her role consisted of a stare. The paper relates that, to appeal to modern cultural standards, the movie has been made more aesthetically pleasing by the fantasy theatrics of the costumes and makeup.
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"The first and most evident difference between the 1999 film adaptation and the original play by Shakespeare is the setting. Shakespeare's work is set in Greece, while Hoffman's is set in the turn of the 20th century Tuscany. It was also filmed in Tuscany. "Hoffman moves the action forward in time and sets it in late 19th-Century Tuscany" writes Welsh, but it is questioned whether this "new setting makes sense". Thus Hoffman's version has an immediate difference between that of Shakespeare's which took place in the traditional classical setting."
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Themes in Shakespeare's Plays, 2004.
An in-depth paper discussing common themes throughout Shakespeare's plays. The themes of love, jealousy, and power are examined in "Romeo and Juliet", "Othello", "Much Ado About Nothing", and "Midsummer Night?s Dream."
5,210 words (approx. 20.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 129.95
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This paper analyzes the writings of Shakespeare and identifies the related themes of his plays, such as love, power, and jealousy. The historical evidence and research are presented in each chapter so as to give the readers the real meaning of these themes, which are used by Shakespeare. The initial chapters of the research paper introduce the writings of Shakespeare and the era of Shakespeare. These chapters describe the topic related to Shakespeare and his plays. The entire discussion is based on the description of the plays and the description of the scenes, as well as speeches, which are illustrated in the plays of Shakespeare.
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1. Statement of the Hypothesis
2. Review of Prior Works on the Subject and Related Subjects
3. Identification of the Methodology
4. Analysis of the Problem
5. Summary of Findings and Conclusions
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"William Shakespeare and his plays are the main topic of discussion in this paper. William Shakespeare is one of the greatest names whose literary contributions and writings are considered as assets for the literary world. Shakespeare?s plays and writings are of considerable importance for the readers all around the world because his writings and power of expression are unmatchable. William Shakespeare and his plays have in fact formed the foundation of the English literature and therefore, William Shakespeare is still read by the students of English literature. The paper will be divided into five chapters, the analysis and observation of these chapters will help the reader to understand the paper?s main topic of discussion."
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Gender and Shakespeare, 2007.
A discussion on the balance of the genders in William Shakespeare's works.
1,335 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper explains William Shakespeare advocates a balance between feminine and masculine elements within every human being for the purpose of creating a more ideal society. It claims that when an imbalance between masculine and feminine impulses occurs within either a society or a powerful individual, dangerous elements are released and the world becomes potentially chaotic. The paper reviews this phenomenon in a few of Shakespeare's works.
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"Full masculinity and murder are conjoined in the play's ideology, but not in a positive way. Lady Macbeth states that for Macbeth to be fully masculine, he must be a murderer: "When you durst do it, then you were a man." (I.7) His embodiment of strength and masculinity also means that Macbeth is marginalized by his society after the world shifts to peacetime. King Duncan appoints his own son Malcolm to be king of Scotland, ignoring the fact that without Macbeth, Duncan would have never been able to hold onto his crown. "We will establish our estate upon/Our eldest, Malcolm." (I.6) Duncan's establishment of the royal bloodline honors the feminine virtue of familial loyalty--in contrast Lady Macbeth says she would kill her own child for her husband, demonstrating that she believes in the need for valor and heroism, rather than loyalty to children."
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Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice?, 2005.
This paper compares the three suitors in Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice" and explores how Shakespeare influences the audience's attitudes towards the three men.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper explains that, in Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice", Portia's three suitors--the Prince of Morocco, the Prince of Arragon and Bassanio-- reveal the contents of the three caskets and, by exposing their attitudes towards the caskets, indicate their true character, which heightens the dramatic tension. The author points out that, at the time the play was written England was at war with Spain so Arragon, a rather unflattering stereotype of a typical Spaniard, would have been funny to an Elizabethan audience and his name "Arragon" and "Arrogant" amusing. The paper relates that Morocco is jeered at for his skin color but Bassanio is portrayed more favorably as a Christian and Venetian, who is not proud or arrogant. Many illustrations.
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"The second suitor is the Prince of Arragon whose entrance unlike Morocco's is not pre-empted by any comments from Portia. His arrogance and pride are shown through his choice of casket and his reaction to choosing the wrong casket. He comments on the inscription of gold casket, "...I will not jump with common spirits/And rank me with barbarous multitudes" (Act II Scene ix). Thinking gold was too common for him he arrogantly discards it. He does not even stop to contemplate the lead casket saying only that it would have to look more attractive for him to hazard anything for it. The silver casket is the one that appeals to him the most because he feels that no one deserving should go unmerited. His arrogance leads him to assume that he is worthy of Portia."
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