OTHELLO and the sociopath Iago

Othello: new perspectives.One of Shakespeare’s four great tragedies, Othello sometimes considered the most painful : “Shakespeare related almost every incident directly to the development of Iago’s schemes and Othello’s escalating fears.”
Love this statement on Othello “The fall of a proud, dignified man, the murder of a graceful, loving woman, and the unreasoning hatred of a “motiveless” villain—” This enticing novella by Shakespeare conjures images of an evil man manipulating the mind of the dignified man and cause him to kill his beloved Desdemona. Influenced by his friend Iago he allows himself to be influenced and manipulated by him.

“Although Iago’s actions throughout the play are thoroughly deceitful, there is an honesty that comes with his admission. Iago knows he is a demon – and he acted according to his nature. But Othello kills Desdemona under the guise of righteous indignation and will not admit his true motive. When Othello finds out Desdemona is truly the pure and innocent emblem he created in his mind, he is obligated to commit suicide. “

Wether Othello a victim of a decieitful friend or an employee passed up for a promotion (Iago lost his promotion) He is also jealous or envious of Othello’s charms to lure his beautiful wife Desdemona.

On Iago’s character in OTHELLO:

“Iago has no conscience, no ability to perform good deeds. Iago is a psychopath, and is not capable of forming affectionate relationships or feeling guilt and concern over his behaviour. Unlike Othello, Iago does not have the free will to refrain from wickedness. His nature does not enable him to see the goodness in any one or anything; he is driven by a lust for evil beyond his control. “

Mabillard, Amanda. “Othello Analysis.” Shakespeare Online. 19 Mar. 2000. /2007