Othello

... Othello Othello is a puzzling character, who in the first half of the play is alleged as a noble, wise leader, and whose style of dealing with Brabantio's insults is an example for all men, yet who becomes in the second half a ruthless murderer. While it is difficult to argue that Othello is noble in Acts IV-V, it is also hard to say that he has brought the dreadful ending upon himself, because clearly Iago must take much of the credit for Othello's change. The Moor, perhaps, should be seen as a multifaceted being, who himself cannot decide who he is or what he stands for. There is a convincing case for saying that Othello is noble, and little more than the tragic victim of a devilish Iago. He is perceived by all in Venice as a man of great wisdom and sound judgement, and is entrusted by the Duke with

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