Romeo & Juliet & "The Phoenix & the Turtle" vs. 'The Crow'
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This 5 page research paper examines the parallel themes which run through William Shakespeare's play, "Romeo and Juliet," his poem, "The Phoenix and the Turtle" and Alex Proyas' 1993 film, The Crow. Specifically compared are the portrayal of eternal love, death, and peace in the works. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Shakcrow.wps

Sexuality In Othello, Hamlet, And Anthony & Cleopatra
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A 12 page paper describing Shakespeare's use of sexuality in three of his plays. The writer explores the themes of incest, adultery, interracial love, and obsession. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Sexshake.wps

Shakespeare / Violence In Julius Caesar and Romeo & Juliet
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A 5 page essay on the textual effects of violence in society in 'Julius Caesar' and 'Romeo and Juliet.' The writer posits that in the end, the manipulated public has disappeared from the text. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Ceasroju.doc

Shakespeare's Ability to Create Plays Relating to Society
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A 5 page paper which discusses how Shakespeare's work is powerful and effective in relating the structure and conditions of society. Some of the subjects addressed within Shakespeare plays are murder, suicide, everyday life, romance, and religion. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: RAshaksocty.wps

Shakespeare's Life & Works - Interchangeable Roles
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A 5 page paper that argues the thesis that the influence that William Shakespeare's writings had upon his own life can be detected among the body of his work. Discussed are two major factors that played a role in this influence - his love and patriotism toward England and its monarchial principles and his inherent ability to keenly observe his surroundings. Free outline included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: LCRoles.doc

Shakespeare's Ophelia and Mariana / The Power of Identity
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A 6 page analysis of these two characters from 'Hamlet' and 'Measure for Measure'. It notes that as similar as Ophelia and Mariana seem on the surface, however, their fates are very different. Ophelia has had every advantage in life -- nurturing, guidance, and love -- but Mariana is the one whose firm orientation to her goal will allow her to triumph. Bibliography lists four sources including the two plays.
Filename: Mariana.wps

Shakespeare's Proto-Feminism In 'Antony and Cleopatra' and 'Hamlet'
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A 10 page paper discussing the character of Shakespeare's women in these two plays. The paper specifically contrasts Cleopatra and Ophelia, and discusses whether the Bard was a proto-feminist. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Cleo.wps

Shakespeare's Reliance on the Supernatural in Hamlet & Macbeth
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In 5 pages the author discusses William Shakespeare's reliance on the supernatural in the plays "Hamlet" and "Macbeth". "In the 1500s there was strong belief in the existence of the supernatural. The supernatural was a recurring theme in many of Shakespeare's works. In Hamlet and Macbeth, the supernatural was an essential part of the structure of the plot. Supernatural provided a catalyst for action. It also provided an insight into characters, and magnified the impact of several key scenes in both of the plays. The role of the supernatural was essential in both Hamlet and Macbeth."
Filename: Macham.wps

Shakespeare's Selfish Fathers
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A 6 page paper showing the prevalence of the motif of the self-serving father in Shakespeare's plays. It particularly examines Prospero from The Tempest, Lord Capulet from Romeo and Juliet, and Hamlet's two fathers from Hamlet. Bibliography lists one source.
Filename: Tempest2.wps

Shakespeare's Tragedies That Exemplify Greatness of Character
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This 5 page paper provides a look at Shakespeare's tragedies and how they demonstrate the greatness of the protagonists as opposed to merely displaying a good versus evil theme. Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and Othello are used as examples. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA202Shk.rtf

Shakespeare's Treatment of Romantic Love
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This 7 page paper explores the concept of romantic love primarily through the eyes of William Shakespeare. 'Romeo and Juliet' and 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' are discussed in respect to the concept. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA038luv.rtf

Shakespeare's Use of Harmony
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This 5 page paper explores Shakespeare's use of harmony in both Hamlet and The Merchant of Venice. Psychological aspects of the works are explored as well. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA012Shk.rtf

Shakespeare's Women / Taming vs. Much Ado
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A 10 page paper on the women characters in Taming of the Shrew and Much Ado About Nothing. The writer examines the traditional and non-traditional women's roles as they are portrayed by Bianca and Hero, and Katherine and Beatrice, respectively. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Shakswmn.wps

Shakespeare/Comparing Plays
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A 6 page essay that contrasts and comparisons the rulers in A Midsummer Night's Dream, As You Like it, King Lear and The Tempest. The writer argues that the Elizabethans saw monarchy and the monarch as the embodiment of the state. If a ruler took his responsibilities seriously, all would be well with the political body. On the other hand, if the ruler did not take his responsibilities seriously or was sick in his body or his mind, the society, likewise, suffered. This feature can be seen throughout Shakespeare's portfolio. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khshcom.rtf

Shakespearean Fool
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A 14 page paper which examines the wise fool in Shakespeare’s work, focusing on how Enobarbus, in “Antony and Cleopatra,” is clearly one of Shakespeare’s fools, or fool like characters. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: RAenobar.rtf

Shakespearean Plays Compared
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This 10 page paper compares and contrasts Romeo and Juliet with Titus Andronicus. The works are discussed in terms of plot, characterization and setting. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA010Sks.rtf

Shakespeare’s Soliloquys
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A nine page paper which looks at the form and function of the soliloquy in three of Shakespeare’s plays, showing how it allows insight into the fatal flaws and motivations of the protagonists as well as allowing the playwright to explore specific aspects of the human condition. Bibliography lists 3 sources
Filename: JLsol.wps