Othello (Oxford School Shakespeare)

Author(s): William Shakespeare, Roma Gill

Plays - Poetry

Oxford School Shakespeare is a best-selling series ideal for both in-class teaching and independent revision. This edition of Oxford School Shakespeare: Othello is presented in an accessible two-column format to make reference-checking and explanations easy and more immediate. Clear notes and commentaries provide detailed explanations of difficult words and passages and a range of photographs from theatre productions offer alternative interpretations and staging ideas. Oxford School Shakespeare: Othello outlines common themes explored when studying Othello's character, including his ill-fated marriage with Desdemona, Othello as the tragic hero and Othello as a victim of trickery and racial prejudice. This title is for students aged 11+ and is suitable for all exam boards.


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Othello, in the popular Oxford School Shakespeare series, updated with a fresh new look.

`This edition of Othello is a fantastic copy. There are ample notes alongside the text, which contribute to the understanding of the play. Well spaced text, also allows for clear reading and annotation. There are also plenty of activities for both in and out of the classroom, aiding student revision and coursework.' 5 star Amazon review

Roma Gill, the series editor, has taught Shakespeare at all levels. She has acted in and directed Shakespeare's plays, and has lectured on Shakespeare all over the world.

IntroductionAbout the Play Leading Characters in the Play Synopsis Othello: Commentary Time Sequences in Othello Shakespeare's Verse Source, text and Date Characters in the Play Othello The 'Willow' Song Othello: the Source What the Critics have said Background England in 1604 Government Religion Education Language Drama Theatre William Shakespeare, 1564-1616 Approximate dates of Composition of Shakespeare's Works Exploring Othello in the Classroom Ways into the Play Setting the Scene Keeping Track of the Action Characters Themes Shakespeare's Language Exploring with Drama Writing about Othello Further Reading and Resources

General Fields

  • : 9780198328735
  • : Oxford University Press
  • : Oxford University Press
  • : 323.0
  • : December 2008
  • : h217mm x w171mm x s12mm
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : William Shakespeare, Roma Gill
  • : Paperback
  • : 0903
  • : English
  • : 822.33
  • : 208
  • : YQEF
  • : Illustrations