Racism in Shakespeare

Racism in Shakespeare

1. racism existed in 17th century

   • we can see racism in othello

2. othello is a moor

   • he is misregarded
   • he is mocked by Iago

3. the audience has just little interaction with othello

   • flat

4. shakespeare wants to go against the prejudices

   • he glorifies othello as a general

5. othello has no self-esteem because of racism

   • am i worthy of Desdemona?
     • he kills her
       • feminicide
       • the grand twist
   • effects of racism