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Guenevere's Conflict: Pagan Love Or Christian Ethics, Jacquelyn Sweeney Johnson
Guenevere's Conflict: Pagan Love Or Christian Ethics, Jacquelyn Sweeney Johnson
Theses & Honors Papers
This thesis examines the character of Guenevere in the broader, historical story of King Arthur. Analyzing newer, pagan, and feminist interpretations of her character as opposed to her original characterization in the Christian tale, it discusses the changes made in reinterpretation, especially as it relates to her relationship with Sir Lancelot.
The Power Of The Supernatural In Four Shakespearian Plays, Amy M. Lyon
The Power Of The Supernatural In Four Shakespearian Plays, Amy M. Lyon
Theses & Honors Papers
This thesis analyzes Shakespeare’s use of supernatural elements to further the plot of his plays. Discussing the motivations of the characters and their desires for control, it helps provide insight through this major literary theme into the culture of England at the time.
Shakespeare's Twist: The Tragic Within Some Comedies, Susan Dettweiler Wilhide
Shakespeare's Twist: The Tragic Within Some Comedies, Susan Dettweiler Wilhide
Theses & Honors Papers
Shakespeare creatively intermingled comic and tragic motifs throughout each comedy. In doing so, the audience remembers the joyous reunions and unions rather than the potential tragedies of these plays. However, the comic portions are dependent upon the tragic portions and vice versa. The audience understands the tragic situations the characters face, yet laughs at the comic motifs causing these occurrences. The audience also shares in the joy of the characters as everything works out positively in the end.