ENGL100A Lecture Notes - Roderigo
13 Apr 2013
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A christian moor and general of the armies of venice, Othello is an eloquent and physically powerful figure, respected by all those around him. In spite of his elevated status, he is nevertheless easy prey to insecurities because of his age, his life as a soldier, and his race. He possesses a free and open nature, which his ensign iago uses to twist his love for his wife, Desdemona, into a powerful and destructive jealousy (i. iii. 381). Desdemona - the daughter of the venetian senator brabanzio. Desdemona and othello are secretly married before the play begins. While in many ways stereotypically pure and meek, desdemona is also determined and self-possessed. She is equally capable of defending her marriage, jesting bawdily with. Iago, and responding with dignity to othello"s incomprehensible jealousy. Iago - othello"s ensign (a job also known as an ancient or standard-bearer), and the villain of the play.
