Let me first start off by saying is that The Tempest is one of my favorites of Shakespeare's so far. It is cool to note that The Tempest is actually not another's work, but rather an original. I found out that Shakespeare stole the plots and themes and such from other plays at the young age of 15 after doing a biography on Shakespeare. I was completely and utterly crushed because I thought this brilliant man had composed his thoughts himself. I feel as if I am babbling, which I am, just remember that this is an original so it must be of some importance to him.
Being the hopeless romantic that I am, a quote I found extreme was the following:
I am your wife, if you will marry me.
If not, I’ll die your maid. To be your fellow
You may deny me, but I’ll be your servant
Whether you will or no.
I find it intriguing that SHE asked HIM to marry her, so odd for that time period. Also, the fact that she was not going to leave him NO MATTER WHAT was dedication. She longed to be near him; his wife or his maid would suffice for this young lady. She breaks out of the magic of her father. This is indeed interesting because her father has so much power over her. Honestly when we were watching that movie, I felt bad for her. I was like seriously, just get up girl. But I have to remember that it was the day and age where people were more proper, elegant, and respectful.
Do you think that Ferdinand and Miranda are right for each other? Honestly, do they :fit together like two peas in a pod"? (There is an awful metaphor Orwell was talking about...) Do you think that Miranda was a slave to her own desires? That she gave her everything and the power over her to others? Was she fragile?
Just something to ponder. I think "Yes" would be the appropiate answer for all of the questions asked above, but I want to know your opinion.
:) Holly
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I think Ferdinand and Miranda are definitely in love, but I'm still not sure if they're right for each other. Miranda has never even see a normal looking human man, except her father. In comparison to Caliban Ferdinand is beautiful, and this might present problems for the future. I also have a feeling Prospero will somehow get in the way of their love.
ReplyDeleteI agree with what Noah says, Miranda is just so innocent that it makes me worry what will happen in the future. I mean what happens when she gets off the island and sees hundreds of men? I also think that Prospero is going to do something that will mess it all up. I think his desire for revenge will get in the middle of it.
ReplyDeleteNoah and Ashley-
ReplyDeleteI like the way you guys think and analyze things. I too think that Prospero will get in the way, but what will he do?! This is an exciting play with many twists and turns. We will see who "gets the last laugh" in the end.
But like I said, I am a hopeless romantic and I hope they end up happy and all mushy gushy love. I know, I know. Don't roll your eyes..