Othello by William Shakespeare “The Annotated Classic Edition”

The Annotated Classic Edition of William Shakespeare’s Othello , “” A disturbing exploration of jealousy and wrath “” Shakespeare shines a fierce spotlight on the jealous heart and on our attitudes toward the outsider. A story of its time and for our time, full of terror and beauty, Othello is urgent, gripping, radical, and beautiful. Othello, is especially relevant to modern audiences. The differences in race and background create an initial tension that allows the horrifyingly envious villain Iago methodically to promote the “green-eyed monster” jealousy, until, in one of the most deeply moving scenes in theatrical history, the noble Moor destroys the woman he loves–only to discover too late that she was innocent. This Edition includes: • An overview of Shakespeare’s life, world, and theater • Comprehensive explanatory notes • Vivid introductions and the most up-to-date scholarship • Completely updated, detailed bibliographies • Character Index, Summaries and Study Guide • Ideal for students, theater professionals, and general readers —- ISBN: 9798670952774 | ISBN10: B08DSYRY1Q | ISBN-13: 979-8670952774