The
paper explains that
marriage creates a social bond between two families, connecting them, perhaps, for generations. It explains that this can be a cause of celebration, but it can also cause
strife and
conflict. The paper explains that this strife and conflict is one of the reasons why marriage and family relations are such popular plots for theater. The paper explains that when two people from divergent backgrounds marry, that the social ramifications must inevitably be dealt with. The writer states that in both the plays, "Othello" and "'Tis Pity She's a Whore", both central characters are hindered by the unusual social presentations of their
relationships, both are driven by
insecurity and jealousy and both end their unions with the killing of their mates. The writer posits that these jealous acts are the result of the conflicts that occur when the perceived social norm has been broken, and the insecurity of being a unique couple floats to the surface and becomes a reality. In conclusion, the writer questions whether without the influences from outside these relationships to send the lovers to their doom, could they have become accepted couples given their historical period?