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Papers On Selected Comparisons
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Richard VIII And King Lear
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A 5 page evaluation of the roles these two kings played within the confines of their individual plays. 'King Lear' by Shakespeare, and 'A Man or All Seasons' by Robert Bolt are the plays under examination. The evaluation of the two kings is in context of their effectiveness in relationship to those around them. Being that they are both kings of great influence they are incredibly effective in most regards. This, of course, is not to say that their effectiveness could be deemed as positive in most cases, but that their personalities and their positions predestined them to effectiveness. No additional sources cited.
Filename: LearVII.wps
Romance as the Revision of Tragedy: Shakespeare
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A 16 page paper which examines how Pericles and the Winter’s Tale, by Shakespeare, are romantic revisions of the tragedies King Lear and Othello, also by Shakespeare. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: RAshkrev.rtf
Romeo & Juliet & "The Phoenix & the Turtle" vs. 'The Crow'
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This 5 page research paper examines the parallel themes which run through William Shakespeare's play, "Romeo and Juliet," his poem, "The Phoenix and the Turtle" and Alex Proyas' 1993 film, The Crow. Specifically compared are the portrayal of eternal love, death, and peace in the works. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Shakcrow.wps
Sexuality In Othello, Hamlet, And Anthony & Cleopatra
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A 12 page paper describing Shakespeare's use of sexuality in three of his plays. The writer explores the themes of incest, adultery, interracial love, and obsession. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Sexshake.wps
Shakespeare / Violence In Julius Caesar and Romeo & Juliet
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A 5 page essay on the textual effects of violence in society in 'Julius Caesar' and 'Romeo and Juliet.' The writer posits that in the end, the manipulated public has disappeared from the text. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Ceasroju.doc
Shakespeare's Ability to Create Plays Relating to Society
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A 5 page paper which
discusses how Shakespeare's work is powerful and effective in relating the structure and
conditions of society. Some of the subjects addressed within Shakespeare plays are
murder, suicide, everyday life, romance, and religion. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: RAshaksocty.wps
Shakespeare's Life & Works - Interchangeable Roles
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A 5 page paper that argues the thesis that the influence that William Shakespeare's writings had upon his own life can be detected among the body of his work. Discussed are two major factors that played a role in this influence - his love and patriotism toward England and its monarchial principles and his inherent ability to keenly observe his surroundings. Free outline included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: LCRoles.doc
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