An Analysis of Iago’s Soliloquies in Othello

An Analysis of Iago’s Soliloquies in Othello

Iago is a well known character in the play Othello, and he is a character that attracts a lot of attention. He has a deep hate for Othello and is often heard talking about what he intends to do to him. His motives and intentions for the evil and malicious acts he regularly performs are realized through his soliloquies. The audience is able to fully understand what Iago thinks about, in a clear manner (Shakespeare 1032). This paper seeks to give a critical analysis of how the soliloquies used by Iago are a representation of his real character.

The first soliloquy takes place upon the departure of Othello from Cyprus. It…