FIFTY
SHADES OF
SHAKESPE
ARE
A THEORETICAL TANGO OF TRAGEDIES
Presented By:
Sajal Suneja
Soniya Jadhav
Pallavi Purushwani
Baig Aziza Danish
INTRODUCTI
ON
RESEARCH OBJECTIVES
■ Explore and dissect the multifaceted
landscape of Shakespearean tragedies
through an in-depth literary theory
analysis.
■ Uncover the nuanced layers of these
timeless works, aiming to illuminate the
intersection of classical literature and
contemporary theoretical perspectives.
■ This presentation seeks to unravel the
intricate threads of tragedy, examining
how various literary theories enhance our
understanding and interpretation of
Shakespeare's profound narratives.
METHODOLOGY
■ The application of literary theories, such as
psychoanalytical, postcolonial, and feminist
perspectives, serves as a lens through which we
unravel the intricacies of characters, plots, and
overarching themes. This methodology enables us
to explore the interplay between theoretical
constructs and Shakespeare’s narrative, providing
insights into how these theories enrich our
understanding of the tragedies
■ THEORIES IMPLEMENTED
I. PSYCHO-ANALYSIS
II. POST-COLONIALISM
III. FEMINISM
IV. EXISTENTIALISM
HAMLET:
A PSYCHOANALYTIC
INQUIRY
■ Oedipal Complex and Mother-Son
Dynamics:Hamlet’s conflicted feelings towards his
mother, Gertrude, and the Oedipal undertones in
his relationship with her new husband, Claudius.
■ Internal Struggles and Delayed Action: Hamlet’s
psychological conflicts, focusing on the internal
struggle that leads to his procrastination in
avenging his father’s death.
■ The Ghost as a Symbol of Repressed Desires: View
the appearance of King Hamlet’s ghost through a
psychoanalytical lens, considering it as a
manifestation of Hamlet’s subconscious and
repressed emotions.
OTHELLO: A POST-
COLONIAL LANDSCAPE
■ Colonial Othering of Othello: Othello's status as
a Moor in a Venetian society reflects colonial
othering, emphasizing racial and cultural
differences.
■ Iago's Manipulation and Colonizer Mentality:
Iago's manipulation of Othello exposes a
colonizer mentality, exploiting stereotypes and
prejudice prevalent in the colonial setting.
■ Desdemona's Agency and Intersectionality:
Desdemona's defiance challenges colonial
expectations, highlighting the intersectionality
of gender and race within the play.
KING LEAR: THROUGH
THE FEMINIST EYES
■ Gender Power Dynamics: The power dynamics
between male and female characters, emphasizing
the patriarchal structure in King Lear and its impact
on characters like Goneril and Regan.
■ Cordelia's Subversion: Cordelia's character as a
subversion of traditional gender roles, challenging
Lear's expectations and presenting a feminist
perspective on agency and independence.
■ Madness and Female Characters: The portrayal of
madness in female characters, such as Lear's
daughters, and how it reflects societal attitudes
toward women expressing dissent or asserting
themselves.
MACBETH: AN
EXISTENTIAL ODYSSEY
■ Existential Isolation: Macbeth's increasing
isolation as he grapples with existential
questions, highlighting his solitude in the face
of moral dilemmas and ambition.
■ Absurdity of Ambition: Macbeth's pursuit of
power as an existential quest, examining how
the absurdity of his ambition leads to a nihilistic
outlook on life.
■ Freedom and Responsibility:Macbeth's
existential struggle with freedom and
responsibility, as his choices shape his destiny
and reflect existential themes of personal
agency and consequence.
CONCLUSION
■ Though centuries separate us from
Shakespeare's time, his works remain relevant
and insightful. The themes he explored - love,
ambition, betrayal, and the human condition -
transcend time and place, resonating with
readers across generations. His characters, with
their complex motivations and flaws, feel
authentic and relatable even today.
Shakespeare's genius lies in his ability to capture
the essence of humanity, making his works not
just of an age, but of a lifetime.
THANK
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