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"Whether the spirit of greatness or woman reigns most in her, I know not, but it shows a fearful madness. I owe her much of pity" (I.i. 492)How far do you agree with Cariola's lines as a summary of the Duchess?
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Assess the dramatic and thematic effectiveness of Act 1 of ‘The Duchess of Malfi’.
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By close consideration of two extracts of your choice, assess the importance of the Christian perspective in Webster’s presentation of the Duchess
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Consider the relative merits of each of these judgements of Act 5: The Duchess of Malfi
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Corruption in "The Duchess of Malfi"
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Corruption of the court within the Duchess of Malfi
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Critical opinion about the ways Webster presents the Duchess is divided. Some critics blame her for being irresponsible, bold and too passionate. Others praise her for her courage in fighting against tyrannical authority.
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Critical review of the Duchess of Malfi
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Examine the ways in which the political and familial contexts and relationships are established in Act I of "The Duchess of Malfi"
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Explore the ways in which Webster introduces his characters and themes in the play The Duchess of Malfi.
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From your readings of Acts 1-3 (inclusive) show how Webster presents the play as set in a paternalistic world.
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How and where does the Duchess distinguish herself as a very remarkable woman in a man's world?
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How effective is "The Duchess of Malfi" as a Jacobean Revenge Tragedy?
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In The Duchess of Malfi, Act II Scene I, Bosola says to the Old Lady: "And though continually we bear about us A rotten and dead body, we delight To hide it in rich tissue…" Discuss the corrupt world presented in the light of this quotation.
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John Webster - Theatrical Language
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Referring to Act 3, Scene 2, lines 88 to 140, Discuss the ways is which Webster reveals the nature of the relationship between the Duchess and Ferdinand at this point in the play. Analyse the language and Imagery used.
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The Duchess of Malfi - Character Summary
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The Duchess Of Malfi - Commentary On Important Scenes
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The horrors of act IV, i are less important that the characters' reaction to them
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What are the standards and values by which the court of Malfi lives?
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What impression does Webster create of courtly life in Malfi? How would a contemporary audience react to such a portrayal?
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“Webster’s view of the world is utterly bleak.” Use your knowledge of three specific episodes in ‘The Duchess of Malfi’ to discuss this statement.
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