MODERN INTERPRETATIONS OF SHAKESPEARE’S FEMALE CHARACTERS

Dr Rehana Abdullah

MODERN INTERPRETATIONS OF SHAKESPEARE’S FEMALE CHARACTERS

Authors: Dr Rehana Abdullah

Unique Paper ID: 168038
Volume: 10
Issue: 9
PageNo: 316-321

Keywords: Shakespeare Women Characters Literature Feminism Feminist Criticism Patriarchy Femininity Masculinity etc.

Abstract:
William Shakespeare's prominent tragic plays at the time of Indian imperialism and postcolonial interventions depicted four fundamental dimensions of human existence: social, moral, political, and spiritual. These similarities between the Indian dramatic tradition and Elizabethan drama facilitated the reception of the geographical, historical, ethnic, and ideological differences between the two cultures, countries, and contexts, resulting in remarkable favourable transformations in the Indian response to Shakespeare's plays. Indeed, Shakespeare is unquestionably the most influential poet and dramatist in the world. A multitude of scholars have extensively examined his works, and his plays have been adapted into films and even staged in live productions. Within every one of his plays, we encounter the sombre truth of human conscience. The portrayal of women in Shakespeare's plays serves as a manifestation of his perspective on women and their societal position. Although women are not the main characters in his plays, they play a significant subordinate role. Societal and temporal influences are evident in the portrayal of feminine characters in his plays. Women during the Shakespearean era had minimal power, independence, and acknowledgement. The plays of Shakespeare have received acclaim for their portrayal of clever, attractive, and astute female characters. Across all of his plays, the proportion of female characters is below 16% of the overall number of characters. Out of the total of 981 characters, 826 are male and 155 are female. Numerous influential women are featured in Shakespeare's plays. They possess a keen political acumen. The salient characteristic of Shakespeare's portrayal of female protagonists in his plays is his forceful presentation of women. The objective of this research paper is to highlight the immense importance of women characters in Shakespeare's plays.

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ISSN: 2349-6002
Volume: 10
Issue: 9
PageNo: 316-321

MODERN INTERPRETATIONS OF SHAKESPEARE’S FEMALE CHARACTERS

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