Othello (Signet Classic Shakespeare Series) » (REV)

Othello tells the story of a Moorish general in command of the armed forces of Venice, who earns the enmity of his ensign Iago by passing him over for a promotion. Partly for revenge and partly out of pure evil, Iago plots to convince Othello that Desdemona, his wife, has been unfaithful to him.

Unique features of the Signet Classic Shakespeare

• An extensive overview of Shakespeare's life, world, and theater by the general editor of the Signet Classic Shakespeare series, Sylvan Barnet
• A special introduction to the play by the editor, Alvin Kernan, Princeton University
• Source from which Shakespeare derived Othello—selections from Giraldi Cinthio's Hecatommithi
• Dramatic criticism from the past and present: commentaries by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Maynard Mack, Madelon Gholke Sprengnether, Marvin Carlson
• A comprehensive stage and screen history of notable actors, directors, and productions of Othello, then and now
• Text, notes, and commentaries printed in the clearest, most readable type
• Up-to-date list of recommended readings