Iago (/ i ˈ ɑː ɡ oʊ /) is a fictional character in Shakespeare's Othello (c. 1601–1604). Iago is the play's main antagonist, and Othello's standard-bearer. He is the husband of Emilia who is in …

Iago is a major character in William Shakespeare's 1603 play Othello. His role is one of Othello's outwardly loyal courtier and friend, who in fact hates him and schemes his downfall.

Though the most inveterate liar, Iago inspires all of the play’s characters the trait that is most lethal to Othello: trust. A detailed description and in-depth analysis of Iago in Othello.

Jul 28, 2019 · The villain Iago from "Othello" is a central character, and understanding him is key to understanding Shakespeare's entire play. His is the longest part with 1,070 lines. Iago’s …

Iago, fictional character, the villain of William Shakespeare’s tragedy Othello (written 1603–04). One of Shakespeare’s most intriguing and plausible villains, Iago frequently takes the …

Iago is a character in Shakespeare’s play, Othello. He is a senior officer in the Venetian army under the command of its general, Othello. Iago is very popular among the characters in the play.

Iago is a man with an obsession for control and power over others who has let this obsession take over his whole life. Necessity forces his hand, and, in order to destroy Othello, he must also …

Othello's disloyal standard-bearer and the villain of the play. Angry at having been passed over by Othello for promotion to the rank of lieutenant, and also because he seems to enjoy creating …

Feb 11, 2025 · Iago is a soldier who serves under Othello, the play’s title character. He’s Othello’s ensign, a position of trust and responsibility. However, Iago feels slighted when Othello …

Shakespeare's Characters: Iago (Othello) Driven by an overpowering lust for evil rivaled only by Satan, Iago grabs the title as worst Shakespeare villain hands down. On the surface, Iago's …