• Does Shakespeare Critique European Colonialism in The Tempest?
  A discussion of the possibility of a critique of colonialism in The Tempest. Focuses on the characters of Caliban and Prospero. Also examines the political theme of The Tempest.
• Prospero and Shakespeare
  How closely should we identify Shakespeare with Prospero? Essay focuses on this question given the fact that it was the Bard's last play. Discusses Prospero's role as "stage manager."
• Ariel and Allegory in The Tempest
  A discussion of the theme of allegory in The Tempest in relation to the character of Ariel.
• Caliban: A Character Study
  A discussion of Caliban, and the evolution of his character over the course of the play.
• Themes in The Tempest
  A discussion of the themes in The Tempest, focusing on oppositions or contrasts, such as the one between nature and nurture. Also examines the magical and religious atmosphere of the play.
• Father-Daughter Relationships in Shakespeare's Pericles, The Winter's Tale, and The Tempest
  In-depth exploration of some the ways in which father-daughter relationships define both structure and theme in the three plays.
• The Tempest: Illusion and Reality
  Essay discussing one of the central themes of The Tempest, the contrast between illusion and reality. Discusses the association in the context of Prospero, Miranda, Antonio, Ariel, and Caliban.
• The Tempest: An Overview
  Essay providing an overview of The Tempest, including a summary, discussion of themes, and character analysis.
• The Tempest and Colonialism Revisited
  Essay discussing critical opinion on the theme of colonialism in The Tempest.

Related Topics

1. The Tempest: Introduction
2. William Shakespeare Biography
3. Reading Shakespeare
4. List of Characters
5. Historical Background
6. One-Page Summary
7. Summary and Analysis
   1. Act I, Scene 1 Summary and Analysis
   2. Act I, Scene 2, lines 1-188 Summary and Analysis
   3. Act I, Scene 2, lines 189-320 Summary and Analysis
   4. Act I, Scene 2, lines 321-374 Summary and Analysis
   5. Act I, Scene 2, lines 375-504 Summary and Analysis
   6. Act II, Scene 1, lines 1-184 Summary and Analysis
   7. Act II, Scene 1, lines 185-328 Summary and Analysis
   8. Act II, Scene 2 Summary and Analysis
   9. Act III, Scene 1 Summary and Analysis
   10. Act III, Scene 2 Summary and Analysis
   11. Act III, Scene 3 Summary and Analysis
   12. Act IV, Scene 1, lines 1-163 Summary and Analysis
   13. Act IV, Scene 1, lines 164-266 Summary and Analysis
   14. Act V, Scene 1, lines 1-87 Summary and Analysis
   15. Act V, Scene 1, 88-171 Summary and Analysis
   16. Act V, Scene 1, 172-255 Summary and Analysis
   17. Act V, Scene 1, Lines 256-330 Summary and Analysis
8. Quizzes
   1. Act I, Scene 1 Questions and Answers
   2. Act I, Scene 2, lines 1-188 Questions and Answers
   3. Act I, Scene 2, lines 189-320 Questions and Answers
   4. Act I, Scene 2, lines 321-374 Questions and Answers
   5. Act I, Scene 2, lines 375-504 Questions and Answers
   6. Act II, Scene 1, lines 1-184 Questions and Answers
   7. Act II, Scene 1, lines 185-328 Questions and Answers
   8. Act II, Scene 2 Questions and Answers
   9. Act III, Scene 1 Questions and Answers
   10. Act III, Scene 2 Questions and Answers
   11. Act III, Scene 3 Questions and Answers
   12. Act IV, Scene 1, lines 1-163 Questions and Answers
   13. Act IV, Scene 1, lines 164-266 Questions and Answers
   14. Act V, Scene 1, lines 1-87 Questions and Answers
   15. Act V, Scene 1, 88-171 Questions and Answers
   16. Act V, Scene 1, 172-255 Questions and Answers
   17. Act V, Scene 1, Lines 256-330 Questions and Answers
9. Themes
10. Character Analysis
    1. Alonso (Character Analysis)
    2. Antonio (Character Analysis)
    3. Ariel (Character Analysis)
    4. Caliban (Character Analysis)
    5. Ferdinand (Character Analysis)
    6. Gonzalo (Character Analysis)
    7. Miranda (Character Analysis)
    8. Prospero (Character Analysis)
    9. Other Characters (Descriptions)
11. Principal Topics
12. Essays
    1. Does Shakespeare Critique European Colonialism in The Tempest?
    2. Prospero and Shakespeare
    3. Ariel and Allegory in The Tempest
    4. Caliban: A Character Study
    5. Themes in The Tempest
    6. Father-Daughter Relationships in Shakespeare's Pericles, The Winter's Tale, and The Tempest
    7. The Tempest: Illusion and Reality
    8. The Tempest: An Overview
    9. The Tempest and Colonialism Revisited
13. Criticism
    1. Overviews
    2. Magic
    3. Order and Structure
    4. Music and the Masque
    5. Prospero
    6. Ariel
    7. Caliban
14. Selected Quotes
15. Suggested Essay Topics
16. Sample Essay Outlines
17. Modern Connections
18. Pictures
    1. From Act III, scene i
    2. Miranda, Prospero, Ariel, and Caliban
    3. Ferdinand and Miranda watch Prospero's masque
    4. Prospero and Miranda watch the storm
    5. From Act I, scene ii
    6. From Act III, scene i
    7. Illustration: The Ship-Master
    8. Illustration: Prospero and Miranda
    9. Illustration: Ariel
    10. Illustration: Caliban
    11. Illustration: Ferdinand
    12. Illustration: Ariel, Gonzalo, and Alonso.
    13. Illustration: Caliban
    14. Illustration: Caliban, Trinculo, and Stephano
    15. Illustration: Ferdinand and Miranda
    16. Illustration: Alonso and Sebastian
    17. Illustration: Nymphs and Reapers
    18. Illustration: Trinculo and Stephano
    19. Illustration: Caliban, Prospero, and Trinculo
    20. Illustration: Prospero and Ariel
    21. Illustration: Alonso and his Royal Party
    22. Illustration: Prospero
    23. Illustration: Ferdinand and Miranda
    24. Illustration: Ferdinand
    25. Illustration: Caliban, Stephano, and Trinculo
    26. Illustration: Prospero and Ariel
19. FAQs
    1. Did Shakespeare intend The Tempest to be his last play?
    2. Where is Miranda's mother?
    3. Why did Shakespeare include the sub-plot of Antonio and Sebastian scheming against King Alonso?
    4. Does Prospero undergo any character development?
20. Bibliography and Further Reading
21. Copyright

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