Dohey, Stephanie (2016) Shakespeare's Roman honour: military, morals, and masculinity. Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.
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Abstract
This thesis examines Shakespeare’s concept of Roman honour in Titus Andronicus and Julius Caesar through an analysis of keywords, imagery of the body politic, and source alterations. In the creation of Titus, Shakespeare focuses on medieval ideals of honour, emphasizing the importance of military and monarchal allegiance. However, in the shaping of Brutus’ character, the playwright clearly highlights aspects of Renaissance moral virtue and interpersonal honesty and integrity. In both plays, while the many meanings of honour may change, masculinity remains a constant factor in Roman virtue.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Masters) |
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| URI: | http://research.library.mun.ca/id/eprint/12380 |
| Item ID: | 12380 |
| Additional Information: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 91-100). |
| Keywords: | Shakespeare, Julius Caesar, honour, Titus Andronicus, body politic, Plutarch |
| Department(s): | Humanities and Social Sciences, Faculty of > English Language and Literature |
| Date: | April 2016 |
| Date Type: | Submission |
| Geographic Location: | Rome (Empire) |
| Library of Congress Subject Heading: | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616--Criticism and interpretation; Rome--In literature; Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616--Plays--Selections; Honor--In literature; Cardinal virtues in literature; Masculinity in literature; Monarchy in literature |
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