Description
Shakespeare wrote The Tempest in retirement and the character of Prospero is often seen as a stand-in for the playwright, controlling those onstage. When he gives up his powers and “drowns his books” he is giving a farewell to theater. There are also often parallels drawn to the exploration and colonization of America that was happening at the time. Join Professor Kim Keeline as she discusses this lyrical Romance and takes a look at this “Brave New World” and what role Miranda, Caliban, and others play in it. (For another Shakespeare Play Analysis, see class #690.)