Othello, by William Shakespeare, and Oedipus King, by Sophocles, are both plays written over two thousand years apart that hold a few differences, and a great deal of similarities. ... ruin or suffers extreme sorrow, especially as a consequence of a tragic flaw, moral weakness, or inability to cope with unfavorable circumstances."" The main character in each, Othello in Othello and Oedipus the King in Oedipus King, both are brought to ruin and suffer extreme sorrow as a consequence of both a tragic flaw, and the inability to ... as husband and wife. The pride of Oedipus brought his downfall....

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... after that. This could signify that after their wedding, they will fall into the typical Elizabethan patriarchal marriage, with Beatrice as a subservient, "honourable" wife. Although they have parallels, Othello and Much Ado About Nothing are two very different plays. Much Ado About Nothing is set within the conventions of the time, so the audience must understand the Elizabethan concept ... as love and jealousy, and thus transcends these conventions. This may be why it is easier for us to understand the characters and their actions in Othello. In conclusion, it is difficult to evaluate...

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