Comedy in 'Antony and Cleopatra' vs. 'All For Love'
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A 5 page paper analyzing the use of the techniques and structures of comedy in these two works. The paper notes that because Shakespeare wrote in the Elizabethan era and Dryden during the Restoration, their differing sensibilities cause them to write a play that was natural and charming on the one hand and formal and sophisticated on the other. No additional sources listed.
Filename: Antcleo.doc

'Antony & Cleopatra' vs. 'King Lear' / The Villain as Himself
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A 5 page paper looking at both these plays by William Shakespeare in terms of the playwright's use of villains. The paper shows that in both these plays, the protagonist is at least partly responsible -- through the shortcomings of his own character -- for his own defeat. No additional sources cited.
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'Hamlet' and 'Othello' / Themes of Friendship & Betrayal
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This 5 page research paper discusses how the themes of friendship and betrayal are expressed in the William Shakespeare plays, Hamlet and Othello. Specifically discussed are how each theme is defined, developed and resolved (or not) over the course of each play among the different characters, and the images which further reinforces the themes. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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'Measure For Measure' vs. 'Much Ado About Nothing'
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An 8 page paper comparing and contrasting these two plays by William Shakespeare. The writer examines the characters, plot, and atmosphere of each. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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'The Tempest' vs. 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'
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A 7 page paper comparing and contrasting elements of the two plays. Comparisons on difficulties staging due to exotic locales of the plays, imagery, good v. evil. Contrasts on allegorical references in The Tempest. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream vs. Much Ado About Nothing / A Comparison
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In 6 pages the author compares two of Shakespeare's comedies: "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "Much Ado About Nothing." When compared and contrasted many similarities and differences are found in terms of the relationships that are seen between love and marriage, sex and dowries, and fathers and daughters in the comedies "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Anger Conflicts in Hamlet, Othello & King Lear
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A 3 page paper on the anger-based emotional conflicts in Shakespeare's works: Hamlet, Othello and King Lear. The basis for this anger and the results of the anger-induced behavior by the works' protagonists is presented within the family structure. Bibliography list 1 source.
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As You Like It vs. Merchant of Venice / Shakespeare's Portrayal of Women
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The comedies of Shakespeare are often the forum for comment concerning the assignment of gender roles that were true for the Elizabethan society of which he was a part. Under the auspices of the pen and the play he was able to portray women in ways that were not generally acceptable. The characters of Rosalind from 'As You Like It' and Portia from 'A Merchant of Venice' are two cases in point. This 10 page paper examines the use of dialogue, character and costuming in the presentation of gender roles. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Chastity As A Threat In Measure for Measure vs. Midsummer Night's Dream
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A 12 page paper examining whether Shakespeare found the concept of chastity threatening. It concludes that what he actually found threatening was virginity because it violated the order of nature; chastity, or purity of soul, he had no problem with at all. Bibliography lists twelve sources.
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Comedy Hinging On Mistakes In 'The Merchant Of Venice' And 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'
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This 3 page essay discusses the ways in which comic action often is the result of mistakes, delusions, and disguises that result in a great deal of confusion before they are ever resolved. No additional sources cited.
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Comparison and Contrast Between William Shakespeare's Villains Shylock in "The Merchant of Venice" and Iago in "Othello"
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A 10 page paper which compares and contrasts two of William Shakespeare's most memorable villains, Shylock in the comedy, "The Merchant of Venice," and Iago in the tragedy, "Othello." Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Elements Which Make for Great Literature and Great Literary Writers
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A 5 page paper which discusses various literary works and literary authors, presenting what elements make them great. The authors and the works presented for discussion are Authors and works discussed are Shakespeare (Othello, Tempest), Austen (Pride and Prejudice), Melville (Billy Budd), Shaw (Pygmalion), and Naylor (Mama Day). Bibliography lists 5 additional sources.
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Fathers In Shakespeare
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This 7 page paper analyzes the behaviors the fathers in three specific plays: Much Ado About Nothing, King Lear, and Macbeth. The attributes of the fathers caused the deaths of their children in two cases and significant heartache in the other. The three share some similarities in terms of their personalities and goals in life but they are also quite different from each other. The writer points out these differences and similarities with supporting text. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Shakdads.wps

Features that Define a Major Piece of Literature
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A 5 page paper which addresses the elements that define a major piece of literary work, as well as the elements that define a major writer.. Authors and works discussed are Shakespeare (Othello, Tempest, Much Ado About Nothing), Austen (Pride and Prejudice), Melville (Billy Budd), and Shaw (Pygmalion). Bibliography lists 5 additional sources.
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Festive and Dark Comedies: Shakespeare
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A 6 page paper which compares and contrasts some of Shakespeare's festive and dark comedies. The festive plays discussed are "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and the "Taming of the Shrew." The Dark comedies discussed are "The Winter's Tale" and "The Tempest." Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.
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Hamlet & Measure For Measure / The Power of Identity
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5 pages in length-- Focuses on Shakespeare's Ophelia (from Hamlet) and Mariana (from Measure For Measure). The writer notes that as similar as Ophelia and Mariana seem on the surface, however, their fates are very different. Ophelia has had every advantage in life -- nurturing, guidance, and love -- but Mariana is the one whose firm orientation to her goal will allow her to triumph. Bibliography lists four sources including the two plays.
Filename: Ophiden.wps