Representation of women in Othello
I'm planning an essay on the representation of women in Othello, and have a few ideas but could do with some help. For example, are women central to the text or do they have no place in it? I've obviously got stuff about Desdemona being a victim of Iago's manipulation of Othello. But also, she seems to be a victim of the contraints put on her by society. To fit into the role of the ideal woman she has to act kind and chaste, and by doing this and helping Cassio it ultimately seems to lead to her downfall.
I want some more less obvious points though in order to expand my argument. Thanks!