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

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

Shakespeare's Ophelia and Mariana / The Power of Identity
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A 6 page analysis of these two characters from 'Hamlet' and 'Measure for Measure'. It 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: Mariana.wps

Shakespeare's Proto-Feminism In 'Antony and Cleopatra' and 'Hamlet'
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A 10 page paper discussing the character of Shakespeare's women in these two plays. The paper specifically contrasts Cleopatra and Ophelia, and discusses whether the Bard was a proto-feminist. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Cleo.wps