Qualities Of Character That En
Shakespeare's Portrayal of Richard III exemplified
Through the Senecan Tyrant, the Vice Figure, and the Machiavel
To accomplish goals, in one's life, one must be determined and must have certain characteristics that avenge to one's aspirations. In the play Richard III, Richard III's goal is to ascend the throne. There are two ways that one can claim the throne: by birthright, or might. Since Richard III cannot claim the throne by right he must therefore take it by might. To accomplish this goal Richard, Duke of Gloucester, must be determined to achieve his goal at all costs. Also he must have the characteristics to meet his determination. Kings are generally thought to be beautiful, ...
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of who would succeed in gaining the throne of England. Richard, like his other brothers, wanted the title of king quite badly. As time pressed on, it seemed less likely that Richard would succeed in gaining the throne. His shrewd attitude and a physical deformity, that left him nearly paralyzed, were two of the many reasons why Richard would be kept of the throne. Richard quickly became aware of this and he therefore began his rampage to insure himself the throne. After killing off his brothers and many others, who were eligible to succeed, Richard finally became King of England. This title did not bring comfort, and Richard continued to kill anybody who posed a threat in keeping him from remaining king. Richard's reign as king lasted only two years, and during this two year period Richard was never once happy, thus showing how the unjust soul will never be happy. His insecurities and fears worsened as he gained more and more power.
The first scene of the play, ...
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he is the most qualified to be king shows arrogance and boastfulness which thrives deep inside Richard. He sets his plan to ascend to the throne into action. First, he locked up the rightful heir, his own brother George, Duke of Clarence, in his quarters. Then he demonstrated his manipulation skills and began to fulfill his scheme. He tells Clarence that it is not the king that is locking him up in the tower, "Tis the lady Grey his wife that tempers him to that extremity" (1.1.63-65). This is a statement that turns out to be false, instead Richard hires two murderers to kill Clarence, which was executed perfectly. Once again Richard deceives his family and friends for his own ...
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