The Pathological Jealousy of Iago

THE PATHOLOGICAL JEALOUSLY OF IAGO
Iago's crimes define pathological jealousy and a sheer desire for revenge. His acts
are pre-meditated and have reasons. In various soliloquies, he reveals grudges that, while
mostly false or overblown, present themselves as clear to Iago. Iago masters duplicity,
even remarking himself 'I am not what I am.' (line 67) Many of his dark motives are
probably concealed from the audience. In his few soliloquies, he presents definitive
motives for his vengeful desires. His passions are so dark that they can only be understood
by himself.
The first scene depicts…