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8 Illusion vs. Reality in ‘Death of a Salesman’: Struggle with Self-Deception

Introduction How would you characterize Willy Loman? Consider his emotional/mental state, his motivations, his relationships with others (e.g., his wife, Linda; his sons, Biff and Happy), etc. The Illusion of Success and the American Dream Willy Loman is clearly the protagonist of Death of a Salesman. This first part of the opening act provides us […]

9 An Exploration of “Romeo and Juliet” in the Elizabethan Era

Theater in the Elizabethan Era The reign of Queen Elizabeth I was extended between 1558 and 1603, and under her rule, England brought out a collection of valuable literary works. When the Elizabethan word is used, it extends beyond its death by about ten or fifteen years. This age is distinguished by the superiority of […]

11 Modern Adaptation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet: A Comparative Analysis

Introduction: Baz Luhrmann’s Take on “Romeo and Juliet” “For never was a story of more woe than this of Juliet and her Romeo.”Romeo and Juliet as stated by the Prince in William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. While this final line is said by the Prince in Shakespeare’s play, the line is given to the anchorwoman […]

12 Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet: The Role of Fate and Free Will

The Power of Fate in the Elizabethan Era During the Elizabethan era, it was a common belief that a person’s fate was predetermined. Many astrologers believed that the placement of the sun, moon, and stars could determine a person’s fate. The prologue of Romeo and Juliet implies that their love is death marked and that […]

13 The Feminist Discourse in “Romeo and Juliet”: Challenging Gender Norms

The Gender Divide in “Romeo and Juliet” “The Feminist Approach in Romeo and Juliet” states, “Men control everything in a woman’s life, and women have little or no say in big decisions in their lives. Women who think for themselves are often punished by fate, usually with death.” In Shakespearean times, this was accurate. Juliet, […]

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