The Classic play of “Romeo and Juliet” was written by William Shakespeare about two star-crossed lovers who met and fell in love. With the two’s families feuding, the lovers had a secret marriage but everything takes a turn for the worst when they both commit suicide because they feel life is not worth living without each other. At this time it was known as the renaissance time period which marks the beginning bridge between the middle ages and modern ages. The renaissance was a time when history was looked at as a time of greatness and that because of the fall of the Roman Empire, Europe had entered a time known as the “Dark Ages.” Shakespeare wrote many plays including “Romeo and Juliet” that had readers questioning his views of men and their
Poor Romeo and Juliet, so young and full of affection and imagination with a great future ahead of them. They were amazing lovers, separated merely by two names that meant more than they were worth. Juliet said during one of their few elegant times together, “Romeo, doff thy name;\ And for that name, which is no part of thee,/ Take all myself” (Shakespeare 2.2.47-50). Romeo and Juliet were the first to realize that our names mean nothing. We were all too occupied with our family legacy to see real people on the other side. Instead we fought with each other without reason, but there was still a price to pay. No matter how peaceful and thoughtful Romeo tried to be, he was still a Montague and Juliet was a Capulet. We see this struggle
Montague's son Romeo in the book Romeo and Juliet written by Shakespeare in the 1500’s, supports the audience with many of his strengths and weaknesses. In this story, two well-known families of Verona, the Montagues, and Capulets are in a feud against each other; however, the son of the Montague family, Romeo, and the daughter of the Capulet family, Juliet fall in love at first sight at a Capulet party. Even though Romeo is a Montague, his personality and his calm behavior persuades Capulet to let him stay at the party. After he meets Juliet, Romeo asks the friar to marry them both; even though, the friar was concerned about Romeo because of his instantly changed and unthought decisions he lets them marry each other secretly. Romeo’s commendable behavior proves a strength and his uncontrollable emotions show his weakness.
Shakespeare's famous play of the two star crossed lovers Romeo and Juliet arouses many debates in the literary world; among them belongs the question of who Shakespeare portrays as the culprit responsible for the couples death: foolish young love, societal norms and customs or simply fate?The plot of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare unfolds in Verona, where the protagonists, Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet, each belong to powerful feuding Verona families. Juliet, who is only 14 years of age, has been promised by her father to a man named Paris without her consent, as was common for women at the time. In Verona, expectations and societal norms for men and women diverge. Men are portrayed as sexual, violent, strong characters who fight for honor while women are portrayed as inferior, weaker and represent possessions and conquests of men. Although, Juliet does not conform to these expectations and defies them throughout the play by her actions and behavior until she meets a tragic and untimely death with her lover Romeo. William Shakespeare uses Juliet, an unconventional protagonist compared to the society’s gender roles, and her tragic downfall to criticize the patriarchal society he lived in during the Elizabethan era.
Romeo and Juliet is a classic play composed by William Shakespeare in the 1500’s. This tale is about two star-crossed lovers whose love was forbidden by their feuding families. Through the story, Shakespeare educates us on his opinion about the society of Verona, Italy and the societal expectations, beliefs, values and gender standards, behaviors for both men and women.
Inside this well known house that the famous play was based on has a small museum that hold genuine antiques from the 16th and 17th century. Even though that Juliet’s house dated back from the 14th century the famous balcony was not an original feature. When you go and visit the house of the Capulet family and walk the halls you can find exhibits from the time Juliet and Romeo
Is it possible for teenagers to be in love like Romeo and Juliet? They make eye contact with each other, hold hands, kiss, and Romeo falls head over heels for Juliet. After they meet, Romeo compares Juliet to the sun, alluding to her being the light of his life. As the play continues, Juliet risks killing herself in order to avoid a marriage to Paris. Romeo, who has been banished to Mantua, risks being killed by coming back for Juliet. Just like Romeo and Juliet, a lot of teenagers stay together through adversity. Using Romeo and Juliet as a guide, it is possible for teenagers to be in love because of love at first sight, a desire to spend their lives together, also to the risks being killed. Yes it is possible for teenagers to be in love and know what love is.
Have you read this good story name Romeo and Juliet well I’m going to tell you about the story but mainly about the character Romeo. Romeo is young brave Montague and he gets married with Juliet, but she is a Capulet so she’s the enemy. But later in the story they get married to each other. They both die at the end of the story and Romeo to blame for both of their
Who knew that a holy catholic priest could bring about the deaths of two passionate lovers? In the tragedy of “Romeo and Juliet”, by William Shakespeare, the priest Friar Lawrence marries Romeo and Juliet in secret because neither of their families would approve of the marriage due to the family feud. Although there were many events that didn’t help the two lovers’ situation, the main cause that brought about their downfall was the help of Friar Lawrence.
How much do parents affect their children’s lives? In the play The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, parents play a prominent role. The play is about two families, the Montagues and the Capulets, who are always feuding for unknown reasons. Despite this feud, however, two people, Romeo and Juliet, from opposing households fall in love. Romeo and Juliet shortly after meeting each other end up getting married; because of the feud, they must keep their marriage hidden from their parents. Eventually, Romeo gets banished for murdering Juliet’s cousin, Tybalt, and leaves Verona. Juliet’s father also wants her to marry Paris, yet he is unaware she is already married to Romeo. To get out of marrying Paris, she fakes her own
Is it possible to fall in love with two completely different personalities? Romeo is a living proof of that. He is the main character of Romeo and Juliet, a masterpiece of the Bard. Romeo Montague falls in love with Rosaline and with Juliet. They have very traits.
Romeo and Juliet is one of the most tragic love stories of all time. They were star-crossed lovers, who did not end in happily ever after. The romance was based in Verona where Romeo and Juliet both fell in love, and died. Their death was caused by fate, by accident, and by their very own choices. While some may say there is no way it can be all three reasons, it can only be one, Romeo and Juliet died because of fate, choice, and by accident.
How Love Alters Perception in the Works of Shakespeare Throughout many of Shakespeare’s works, there is a reoccurring relationship between love and sight. Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, is a tragic love story in which the two main characters are brought together through an attraction to one another based solely on physical appearance. In a similar fashion, Sonnet 148, is a poem about a lover, in which he/she believes that love has altered his perception of the person he loves. Through both of these works, it can be seen that Shakespeare believes that there is a direct correlation between love and sight.
The fate of Romeo and Juliet runs emphatically through the whole play as the subject of mishap where the passings of the main youngster finishes the group of both Montague and Capulets paying the cost for the folks past activities. As Romeo strolls to the Capulet party, he presumes the future 'I fear, too soon: for my brain misgives. Some result, yet hanging in the stars, might sharply start his frightful date'. The group of onlookers is left with a certain thought that what he speaks the truth to do, will prompt different occasions that will in the long run result in the unfavorable demise. Romeo taking after Tybalt and Mercutio demise announces himself, 'O, I am fortune's nitwit' uncovering the altered existence of all characters and leaving
The 16th-century romantic tragedy Romeo and Juliet is a play by William Shakespeare. It depicts the love story and demise of a young couple. In Verona, Italy there is an ongoing feud between their families. Ultimately Romeo and Juliet both die due to the actions of many characters and their fateful misfortunes. Many characters in the play impact the catastrophe, but Friar Laurence and Romeo should accept most of the responsibility for the
William Shakespeare also known as “Bard of Avon” poet, playwright and actor. Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, and baptized on April 26, 1564. He died April 23, 1616 in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. At the age of eighteen Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway. Together they raised two daughters, Susanna and Judith (twin brother died). He was an important member of the lord chamberlains man company of theatrical players. Shakespeare wrote 20 plays that captured the range of human emotion and conflict. He has performed in countless hamlets, villages, cities and metropolises for more than 400 years. In about 1594-96 Shakespeare wrote a tragedy named “Romeo and Juliet” and published it in 1599. Romeo and Juliet depict literature, music and theatre.