Changes In Othello

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Othello is a tragedy that is still being read in schools today because it can still be related to, from the cheating, back stabbing friends and coworkers who are trying to constantly trying to get your job, and doing almost anything to get it, many people can draw connections from their life to the book. Othello, I think would be the most relatable because almost everyone, if not everyone, has had a “friend” who has turned against them to get what they wanted, not caring about what happens to others. In the beginning Othello is more open, free spirited and trustworthy. This changes throughout the story due to Iago feeding him false information about others, like Desdemona and Cassio. He goes from an open spirit to becoming withdrawn
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