Othello - 9781983592072

Othello, The Moor of Venice is a tragedy by William Shakespeare based on the short story "Moor of Venice" by Cinthio, believed to have been written in approximately 1603. The work revolves around four central characters: Othello, his wife Desdemona, his lieutenant Cassio, and his trusted advisor Iago. Attesting to its enduring popularity, the play appeared in 7 editions between 1622 and 1705. Because of its varied themes - racism, love, jealousy and betrayal - it remains relevant to the present day and is often performed in professional and community theatres alike. The play has also been the basis for numerous operatic, film and literary adaptations.

Author: William Shakespeare

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Publication Date: Jan 06, 2018

Number of Pages: 188 pages

Language: English

Binding: Paperback

ISBN-10: 1983592072

ISBN-13: 9781983592072