Overview
William Shakespeare's Othello is a timeless tragedy that explores themes of jealousy, trust, deception, and betrayal. Set in Venice and Cyprus, the play follows the tragic downfall of Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army, manipulated by the scheming Iago. Through masterful character development and intense psychological drama, Shakespeare presents a powerful examination of the destructive forces of envy and mistrust, making Othello one of the most enduring works in the canon of English literature.
This edition from the Folger Shakespeare Library is the most trusted and widely used version of Shakespeare's work, carefully crafted for both students and general readers. The Folger edition includes:
- The complete, unabridged play in its original language
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- Scene-by-scene summaries to help readers understand the play's structure and key events
- Discussion questions and additional resources to engage students and educators
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This book title, Othello - 9780743477550, ISBN: 9780743477550, by William Shakespeare, Dr. Barbara A. Mowat, Paul Werstine, published by Simon & Schuster (January 1, 2004) is available in mass market paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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