“As You Like It” is the only play of Shakespeare that I have actually seen on stage in a little theatre in Saxony. I was quite fascinated by this modern staging and therefore I decided that this play would be it for me. I really fell for Rosalind when I watched the play and so I will dedicate my research paper to her. To my mind, Rosalind is a very complex character and she is represented very humanlike, with deep insights into her soul, feelings and thoughts. She is a very sympathetic heroine which makes it easy to feel for and also with her. In the following chapter I will try to analyse her in three different ways. First I will have a closer look at the other characters trying to find out how they characterise Rosalind in their speeches and what they think of her. It will be interesting to see, in what way their opinions differ from each other or of course in what way they are similar. The second part will deal with Rosalind herself. As she is the main character, she does have to say quite a lot of things, be that wise, comical or emotional speeches. I will try to pick the most important ones and see what they reveal about Rosalind’s inner feelings and her character of course. The third and last part is about Rosalind’s non-verbal behaviour. I will try to find out something about her attitude towards other people and of course what all her actions tell us about herself. I will also try to find out some forboding things and the reasons for her doing. In my conclusion I will combine all my findings and sum them up so that there will be a (hopefully) complete picture of Rosalind’s character at the end.
Table of Contents
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Rosalind's Character
- 2.1. Rosalind described by other characters
- 2.2. Rosalind as she describes herself
- 2.3. Explicit description by Rosalind
- 3. Conclusion
Objectives and Key Themes
The objective of this paper is to analyze the character of Rosalind in Shakespeare's "As You Like It" through different perspectives. The analysis will examine how other characters perceive Rosalind, how Rosalind portrays herself, and her non-verbal actions.
- Rosalind's character as perceived by other characters in the play.
- Rosalind's self-representation through dialogue and actions.
- The significance of Rosalind's non-verbal communication and behavior.
- The complexity of Rosalind's character and her multifaceted portrayal.
- The impact of Rosalind's character on the audience/reader.
Chapter Summaries
1. Introduction: This introductory chapter sets the stage for the analysis of Rosalind's character. The author explains their personal connection to the play, expressing fascination with a previous stage production and highlighting Rosalind as a complex and sympathetic character worthy of in-depth study. The chapter outlines the three-pronged approach to the analysis: examining Rosalind's portrayal by other characters, analyzing Rosalind's self-presentation, and exploring her non-verbal behavior.
2. Rosalind's Character: This chapter delves into a multifaceted analysis of Rosalind's character, dissecting her portrayal through the perspectives of other characters, her own self-description, and her nonverbal actions. The chapter is divided into three sub-sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Rosalind's presentation. The analysis aims to build a comprehensive understanding of Rosalind’s character by synthesizing various aspects of her presentation in the play.
Keywords
Rosalind, As You Like It, Shakespeare, character analysis, dramatic portrayal, female character, comedy, literary analysis, character perception, non-verbal communication.
Frequently Asked Questions: Analysis of Rosalind in Shakespeare's "As You Like It"
What is the overall purpose of this document?
This document provides a comprehensive preview of a language analysis paper focusing on the character of Rosalind in Shakespeare's "As You Like It." It includes the table of contents, objectives, key themes, chapter summaries, and keywords, offering a structured overview of the analysis.
What are the main objectives of the analysis?
The analysis aims to examine Rosalind's character from multiple perspectives: how she is perceived by other characters, how she portrays herself, and the significance of her nonverbal communication. The goal is to create a multifaceted understanding of her complexity and impact on the audience.
What are the key themes explored in the analysis?
Key themes include Rosalind's character as perceived by others, her self-representation through dialogue and actions, the role of her nonverbal communication, the complexity of her multifaceted portrayal, and her impact on the audience/reader.
What is the structure of the analysis?
The analysis is structured into three main chapters: an introduction, a detailed examination of Rosalind's character (divided into three sub-sections focusing on perspectives of other characters, self-description, and nonverbal actions), and a conclusion.
How is Rosalind's character analyzed?
Rosalind's character is analyzed through a three-pronged approach: examining how other characters in the play perceive her, analyzing her self-presentation through dialogue and actions, and exploring the significance of her nonverbal communication and behavior. This approach aims to synthesize various aspects of her presentation to create a comprehensive understanding.
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The introduction sets the stage and explains the author's approach. The main chapter delves into a multifaceted analysis of Rosalind's character from the perspectives mentioned above. A concluding chapter is also included (though details are not explicitly provided in this preview).
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The keywords include Rosalind, As You Like It, Shakespeare, character analysis, dramatic portrayal, female character, comedy, literary analysis, character perception, and nonverbal communication.
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- Saskia Paasch (Author), 2004, The Character of Rosalind in Shakespeare's 'As You Like It', Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/32513
