Othello 3

Othello
William Shakespeare

Shakespeare utilizes some of the typical stereotypes of women are exhibited in Act II of Othello. As Iago and Desdemona discuss the ideal woman to Iago, he expresses his views of all different types of women. He believes that women are manipulative and he is the epitome of a misogynist. Iago's perfect woman is one who will "suckle fools and chronicle small beer"(II.i.59). This shows how stereotypical Iago is towards women. He believes that a woman is best-suited in a kitchen or nursing her children. Another example Iago's misogyny would be present in the way in which he treats his wife, Emilia. He tells her that she "rises to play and goes to bed to work"(II.i.114).  This is an example of his rude nature toward his wife. He believes that if he has any reason to doubt her genuine nature, then he will mistrust all women.