Romeo and Juliet Essay It can be difficult for many to believe the great influence a piece of writing from centuries ago can have on modern society. Though written awhile back, readers can still relate to the many concepts present in majestic works like William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Among one of Shakespeare's most influential works, the tragic story of these two star-crossed lovers has left behind a lasting mark, been engraved in the minds of its audiences. Many of the valuable concepts in this timeless work not only did affect Romeo and Juliet, but can also influence the outcomes of people’s lives. The well know play reminds readers that at times in life, one’s own hopes and dreams can be altered by their destiny, whether for
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This was particularly evident in Act III scene ii, during the revelation Tybalt’s death by Romeo’s doing: “My husband lives, that Tybalt would have slain; and Tybalt’s dead that would have slain my husband”(3.2.104-106). The passage, punctuated with commas, periods, and semicolons in a very routine manner had created an utmost serious tone in Juliet’s dialogue to the Nurse. Readers were able to learn of Juliet’s devastation, as she realizes that the survival of one of her family members would have resulted in another member’s death. Juliet’s realization that her fate of falling in love with the enemy’s son opposes her desire to be with her lover has caused Juliet great emotional conflict and distress. Romeo and Juliet’s pain further worsened as each came to learn about Romeo’s banishment due to his misdeed: “Yet “banished”? Hang up that philosophy! Unless philosophy can make a Juliet, / Displant a town, reverse a prince’s doom. It helps not, it prevails not. Talk no more”(3.3.57-60). The tense, serious tone greatly highlighted Romeo’s sorrow and angst as he learns that his fate of being banished will be another obstacle, separating him from being with Juliet. Despite all the hardship that these two ill fated lovers faced, their love for each other never dwindled the slightest, …show more content…
Shakespeare’s eloquently written play has taught a significant amount of people that life may not always provide a straightforward path to follow, occasionally creating major complications. The play informed readers that facing hardship and obstacles are typical aspects of being a human being. It reminded people that Romeo and Juliet’s tragic resolution is not entirely a sequence of misfortunes. Through their deaths, the star crossed lovers were finally set free from the hate and anguish that separated them during their living
This was particularly evident in Act III scene ii, during the revelation Tybalt’s death by Romeo’s doing: “My husband lives, that Tybalt would have slain; and Tybalt’s dead that would have slain my husband”(3.2.104-106). The passage, punctuated with commas, periods, and semicolons in a very routine manner had created an utmost serious tone in Juliet’s dialogue to the Nurse. Readers were able to learn of Juliet’s devastation, as she realizes that the survival of one of her family members would have resulted in another member’s death. Juliet’s realization that her fate of falling in love with the enemy’s son opposes her desire to be with her lover has caused Juliet great emotional conflict and distress. Romeo and Juliet’s pain further worsened as each came to learn about Romeo’s banishment due to his misdeed: “Yet “banished”? Hang up that philosophy! Unless philosophy can make a Juliet, / Displant a town, reverse a prince’s doom. It helps not, it prevails not. Talk no more”(3.3.57-60). The tense, serious tone greatly highlighted Romeo’s sorrow and angst as he learns that his fate of being banished will be another obstacle, separating him from being with Juliet. Despite all the hardship that these two ill fated lovers faced, their love for each other never dwindled the slightest, …show more content…
Shakespeare’s eloquently written play has taught a significant amount of people that life may not always provide a straightforward path to follow, occasionally creating major complications. The play informed readers that facing hardship and obstacles are typical aspects of being a human being. It reminded people that Romeo and Juliet’s tragic resolution is not entirely a sequence of misfortunes. Through their deaths, the star crossed lovers were finally set free from the hate and anguish that separated them during their living