y is the end of the ‘corruption scene.’ Iago has carefully planted the seeds of jealousy. Othello’s insecurity becomes the theme that weakens his resolve to not doubt Desdemona’s fidelity to him. He doubts her love of him because of his misconception of himself as unattractive, poorly spoken, and old, thus believing in her guilt. Othello’s picture of himself directly influences how he sees Desdemona’s love, though there should not be confusion between these two things at all. In truth, this is one of the most well spoken and complex soliloquies in the entire play. ...
