... , Claudius and Iago are driven by immoral ambitions. However, unlike many "evil villains" in literature, these two characters are far more complex than may be seen at first, and Shakespeare manages to give us a unique three-dimensional view into their wicked minds. First of all, when reading Hamlet and Othello, Iago and Claudius are both portrayed as clever and conniving when ... love an uncultured Moor as himself. Iago uses Othello's insecurities as well as his trust and confidence in Iago to turn Othello into a pawn in his reputation damaging game. He manages to do so without making an...

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... true identity, Viola says: "No, my profound heart; and yet (by the very fangs of malice I swear) I am not that I play- (1.5.181-182). Olivia cannot marry Viola, yet this disguise manages to woo Olivia for Sebastian. Sir Toby, Sir Andrew, and Maria hurt Malvolio in order to advance themselves and pull a prank. These three decide to teach a lesson to Malvolio because ... ...

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... own ends. In this case, Roderigo threatens to expose Iago for fraud. Iago cannot allow this, so by furthering the deceptions he had used on Roderigo from the start, he manages to convince Roderigo that the only course left open to him is to murder Cassio. In this deception, Iago solves two problems simultaneously as Iago plans to kill Roderigo as ... ...

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... own ends. In this case, Roderigo threatens to expose Iago for fraud. Iago cannot allow this, so by furthering the deceptions he had used on Roderigo from the start, he manages to convince Roderigo that the only course left open to him is to murder Cassio. In this deception, Iago solves two problems simultaneously as Iago plans to kill Roderigo as ... ...

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... she denies his claims. Much credit must be given to Iago's diabolical dexterity, which enables him to bend and twist the supple minds of his friends and spouse. Iago also manages to steal from his own friend without the slightest feeling of guilt. He embezzles the money that Roderigo gives him to win over Desdemona. When Roderigo discovers that Iago has ... ...

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... ' even though he is far from it. A fundamental reason for Iago's success is his ability to appear 'honest', underhandedly giving him the power to manipulate and influence other characters. Iago manages to appear honest partly because of natural characteristics and partly because he purposely sets out to look honest. Before Iago can even begin to initiate his plan he is referred ... ...

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... own ends. In this case, Roderigo threatens to expose Iago for fraud. Iago cannot allow this, so by furthering the deceptions he had used on Roderigo from the start, he manages to convince Roderigo that the only course left open to him is to murder Cassio. In this deception, Iago solves two problems simultaneously as Iago plans to kill Roderigo as ... ...

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... the play Iago successfully gets Roderigo to wake Brabantio and tell him of the relationship between Othello and Desdemona. Brabantio learns of Roderigo's name but not of Iago's. Iago also manages to manipulate Othello, when talking of killing Cassio. Iago adds into the conversation "But let her live". This sounds like Iago is trying to save Desdemona, but more likely is ... ...

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... is the character who is good. She enters into Duddy's life as a light in complete darkness. As Duddy travels closer to darkness Yvette is always there to cast a light. She manages to share a love with Duddy, however, never receives any love in return. Yvette is one of the characters in The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz   that tries to have faith in ... ...

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