, to the content of the dialogue, and what is communicated by the several parts of a tragedy as a whole. Diction, the fourth part on Aristotle's list, describes the actor's delivery of his lines. Diction is the expression of the meaning of the words. Thought and diction deal with what is said and how it is said. Aristotle explained thought to be, that that is spoken in the play. The play Romeo and Juliet, in comparison to any other form of expression, is expressed almost exclusively in words rather than song or dance. Shakespeare wrote the play like a poem with rhythm and verse, saturated with metaphors. Shakespeare uses metaphors throughout the play to transfer thoughts and ideas through resemblance to the audience This way of expression conforms to the section of Aristotles tragedy definition that discusses language embellished with each kind of artistic ornament(Nahm 7). Shakespeares writing is well known for its eloquent Old English, and lavish embellishment of words. The unique way the play is written and the way the words are pronounced both fit into the plays elements of thought and diction. Spectacle encompasses all physical, visual manifestations of the play including the faces of the actors, the sets, costumes, lighting, and special effects. Finally, Melody points to the music used to underscore and heighten mood in the production. Both of these elements are part of Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet, thus the play encompasses all six of Aristotles elements of a tragedy....
