Othello
William Shakespeare
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Othello | Overview
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Author: William Shakespeare
Years Written: 1603–1604
Type: Play
Genre: Tragedy
About the Title
The original title, The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice, reflects a deep contrast between Othello’s ethnic identity and the society in which he lives. It subtly emphasizes his position as an outsider within the predominantly white world of Venice. By reducing the title to Othello, Shakespeare narrows the focus to the man himself, presenting him as a tragic figure whose downfall is shaped by both inner conflict and external forces.
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