Within this essay, I will analyze the characterization of Richard III, as well as what this particular excerpt adds to the overall piece. Throughout Richard III, Richard is depicted as a ruthless, self-serving villain. However, this scene reveals his complex relationship with himself, which consists both of self-love and self-loathing. To a certain degree, Richard even shows remorse in this scene. In revealing Richard’s internal conflict, Shakespeare adds depth to his character and encourages pity for Richard in the reader.
When Richard first wakes up from his dream, he is disoriented. He asks, “What do I fear? Myself? There is none else by” (PG ???). Because there is nobody else around, this implies that he is, in fact, scared of himself.
When Richard first wakes up from his dream, he is disoriented. He asks, “What do I fear? Myself? There is none else by” (PG ???). Because there is nobody else around, this implies that he is, in fact, scared of himself.