As humans, hiding behind the masks given to us by society is a common theme. Othello is a character who is superb at doing this, the people around him view him as a strong and brave leader, but as the audience learns throughout the play, people and things are not always what they seem and Othello seeks guidance from Iago, which leads to his ultimate demise. Whether it is a butterfly disguised as a wasp or a wasp disguised as a butterfly, it is crucial to be cautious of whom you trust. Shakespeare explores the idea of self-perception in his play “Othello”, the idea of how the opinions and views of others affect one's identity and how they reconcile the conflict between illusion and reality.
Othello’s self-perception changes throughout the play,
Othello’s self-perception changes throughout the play,