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Explore how Shakespeare presents the theme of power in “The Tempest”
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Explore how Shakespeare presents the theme of power in "The Tempest" In "The Tempest", power manifests itself in many different forms. Three of the main types of power that Shakespeare explores are the power of love, the power of magic and illusion and the power of a master over his slave. He presents these forms of power in a number of ways. In "The Tempest" Prospero appears to hold the majority of the power. He maintains his control over other characters in various ways, for example he uses the power of love to influence his daughter Miranda. Miranda is devoted to her father, and Prospero uses guilt to maintain this. In their first conversation, Prospero's power over Miranda becomes apparent. She says "Alack, what trouble/Was I then to you!" and it is clear that because of the guilt she feels, she will be willing to do anything for him....
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