Othello
By: Lois Potter.
Series: Shakespeare in performance
Publisher: Manchester University Press; Distributed exclusively in the USA by Palgrave
Published: 2002
Place of publication: Manchester, UK; New York; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 242
Subjects: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616.; Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Stage history.; Robeson, Paul, 1898-1976.; Othello (Fictitious character); Interracial marriage in literature.; Jealousy in literature.; African American actors.; Muslims in literature.; Blacks in literature.; Tragedy.
Description: Of all Shakespeare's tragedies, Othello, with its issues of racism, jealousy and sexual stereotyping seems most immediate to contemporary audiences. This book examines variations of the play which reflect or challenge views about race and gender.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 223-234) and index.