Shakespeare’s “The Tempest”: Colonization and the Brave New World
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A 7 page contention that this fictional work of literature is really a quite realistic view of a powerful turning point in history, a point when such themes as atonement and forgiveness would take secondary emphasis to the transition of the world toward colonialism and the industrialization which would follow. “The Tempest” offers an interesting glimpse into some of the elements which were at play during England’s advancement across the world. This glimpse is made particularly vivid by an examination of the characters Prospero, Ariel, and Caliban. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Sibling Rivalry: King Lear and The Tempest
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A 6 page paper which examines the theme of sibling rivalry in Shakespeare’s “King Lear” and “The Tempest.” Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.
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Subplot: The Tempest
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A 3 page paper which looks at the subplot of Shakespeare’s “The Tempest.” No additional sources cited.
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The Character of Prospero in Shakespeare's “The Tempest”
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This 7 page paper discusses the unique aspects of the character Prospero. The play is a romance in the classic sense due to its themes of heroism, redemption, and well as triumph and accomplishment. Though the island is a magical place, Shakespeare makes sure the audience understands that real people inhabit it. At the center of all of it is Prospero.
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The Coldness of Prospero in William Shakespeare’s “The Tempest”
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A 4 page paper which examines why Shakespeare makes the protagonist of his final play so cold, and considers whether or not he is simply cold and distant or if he possesses other personality traits that are important to the makeup of his character. Also discussed is what this reveals about Prospero’s overall designs for the play. No additional sources are used.
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The Conflict of Opposites in William Shakespeare’s “The Tempest”
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A 5 page paper which examines two of the play’s oppositions, barbarism versus civilization and the greedy lust for power versus the benevolent desire for justice. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Danger of Creativity in Shakespeare's "Tempest"
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A five page paper looking at this play by William Shakespeare in terms of its statement about creativity. Prospero's monopolization of creative power, the paper argues, deprives the other elementals on the enchanted island of valuable experience they could use when they achieve self-rule at the play's end. Bibliography lists three sources.
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