Comedy in 'Antony and Cleopatra' vs. 'All For Love'
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A 5 page paper analyzing the use of the techniques and structures of comedy in these two works. The paper notes that because Shakespeare wrote in the Elizabethan era and Dryden during the Restoration, their differing sensibilities cause them to write a play that was natural and charming on the one hand and formal and sophisticated on the other. No additional sources listed.
Filename: Antcleo.doc

"The Long-Term Effects of Child Sexual Abuse by Female Perpetrators"
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A four page review of the article published in the October 2004 issue of "Journal of Interpersonal Violence" by author and researcher Myriam S. Denov. This paper outlines the findings of this study and its methodology. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPabusCh.rtf

'Antony & Cleopatra' vs. 'King Lear' / The Villain as Himself
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A 5 page paper looking at both these plays by William Shakespeare in terms of the playwright's use of villains. The paper shows that in both these plays, the protagonist is at least partly responsible -- through the shortcomings of his own character -- for his own defeat. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Cleolear.wps

'Hamlet' and 'Othello' / Themes of Friendship & Betrayal
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This 5 page research paper discusses how the themes of friendship and betrayal are expressed in the William Shakespeare plays, Hamlet and Othello. Specifically discussed are how each theme is defined, developed and resolved (or not) over the course of each play among the different characters, and the images which further reinforces the themes. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Frienbet.wps

'Measure For Measure' vs. 'Much Ado About Nothing'
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An 8 page paper comparing and contrasting these two plays by William Shakespeare. The writer examines the characters, plot, and atmosphere of each. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Measure.wps