Othello- Critics Flashcards
1
Q
Newman : ‘DOUBLENESS’ of the handkerchief
A
Whilst the Handkerchief is a LOVE TOKEN in the eyes of DESDEMONA, to Othello it is a symbol of patriarchal control and heritage and thus the loss of such is viewed by Othello as ‘proof’ of Desdemona’s betrayal and infidelity
2
Q
John Knox- view on women
A
’ a woman in power is repugnant in nature’
3
Q
Bradley’s view on Desdemona
A
‘paragon of CHRISTIAN VIRTUE’
3
Q
Leavis
A
sees that Othello is responsible for his own downfall because he has a propensity to jealousy and a weak character
further views Othello as being associated with WITCHRAFT + DEVILISH FOREIGN PURSUITS.
4
Q
Heine
A
Desdemona has ‘something of the slut in her’
