Themes of Othello

Themes of Othello

1. Jealousy

2. Honour

3. Love & Hate

4. Realism and Idealism

5. Tragedy

6. Duty

7. War and conflict

8. Race

9. Treatment of women

   • Desdemona - is a 'perfect' woman but still murdered
   • Emilia - neglected and abused (at least) verbally by Iago, who ultimately kills her.
   • Bianca - constantly abused and belittled, even by the man that she loves. However she is the only female character not to be murdered in the play, is Shakespeare promoting prostitution or sympathising with her?