Publisher's Synopsis
The Tragedie of Othello, The Moore of Venice is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is a tragedy that tells the story of Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army, and his downfall at the hands of his jealous and manipulative ensign, Iago. Othello falls deeply in love with Desdemona, a Venetian woman, and they secretly marry. However, Iago, who is angry that Othello passed him over for a promotion, convinces Othello that Desdemona is unfaithful. Othello becomes consumed by jealousy and ultimately kills Desdemona before realizing the truth and taking his own life. The play explores themes of jealousy, betrayal, racism, and the destructive power of unchecked emotions. It is widely regarded as one of Shakespeare's greatest works and continues to be performed and studied today.Iago. Will you thinke so? Oth. Thinke so, Iago? Iago. What, to kisse in priuate? Oth. An vnauthoriz'd kisse? Iago. Or to be naked with her Friend in bed.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
