Perhaps the most obvious change in Othello’s character is his loss of ability to reason. Early into the play, we see him command respect amongst his peers and ‘diffuse’ tension between characters to prevent a fight breaking out, “Keep up your bright swords, for the dew will rust them. Good signor, you shall more command with years than with your weapons.” (I.2 .59) However, contrasted with his later impulsive and careless actions the difference is clear; he puts all his faith into Iago, whereas he used to keep with Cassio and suddenly without reasoning, on the word of Iago alone becomes paranoid and decides that “within these three days let me hear thee say that Cassio’s not alive.” (III.3 .469) Jacobeans at the time of performance would recognise Othello’s lack of ability to reason as his descent into becoming a ‘monster’ and serves as a good indication that his character is fatally flawed. Of course this view is shaped by Shakespeare as his presentation of......

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Title: During The Course Of The Initial Three Scenes In ‘othello We See The Character Of Othello Turn From “valian Othello” (I.3 .48) A Character Of True Principles And Values Into A Vengeful And Mistrusting ‘monste.
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