Othello
About this book
Othello, a successful Moorish general in the service of Venice, elopes with Desdemona, the daughter of a Venetian noble. His evil lieutenant Iago works on his jealousy and persuades him that his wife is unfaithful. Overwrought, Othello strangles her then kills himself in grief after the truth is revealed.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 498 readers · 23 pages · ≈ 26 min · Demanding
How long does it take to read Othello?
About ≈ 26 min — 23 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Othello?
23 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Othello?
It sits on the Drama shelves.
Has Othello been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include Omkara (2006), Huapango (2004), O (2002), O (2001).
Is Othello in the public domain?
No — it is still under copyright.
Who are the main characters in Othello?
The main characters include William Shakespeare (1564-1616).
Where does Othello take place?
It is set in Israel.
Who wrote Othello?
William Shakespeare.