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1. • Mistaken identity, separated twins, gender-crossing, and disguise

     • When Shakespeare composed Twelfth Night; or What You Will between 1600 and 1601, he used many of the characteristics common to Elizabethan romantic comedies—mistaken identity, separated twins, gender-crossing, and disguise.
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   What is the plot of Twelfth Night?

   • Plot summary of Twelfth Night Act 1 The play opens with the Duke of Illyria, Orsino, pining away with love for Olivia, a countess whose father died a year ago and whose brother has recently died. Olivia has vowed to shut herself away from society for seven years as a result of these deaths.

   A Summary and Analysis of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night

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   What is Twelfth Night based on?

   • Twelfth Night is the ninth in a series of comedies Shakespeare wrote during the 1590s that includes The Comedy of Errors, The Taming of the Shrew, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Merchant of Venice, and As You Like It and is a masterful synthesis of them all, unsurpassed in the artistry of its execution.

   Analysis of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night

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   What makes Twelfth Night a great play?

   • William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night showcases the playwright’s unparalleled mastery of language, blending comedy, romance, and a touch of melancholy to create a work that resonates with audiences across ages. The writing style and tone of the play are key elements in conveying its themes and enhancing its theatricality. Here’s how:

   Twelfth Night Study Guide: Characters, Themes, & Devices

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   How does 'Twelfth Night' end?

   • The play ends as Orsino approves the union between Olivia and Sebastian. Realising his own attraction to 'Cesario', Orsino promises that once Viola is dressed as a woman again, they will be married as well. A complete summary of William Shakespeare's Play, Twelfth Night.

   Summary of Twelfth Night | Shakespeare Birthplace Trust

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3. literariness.org › 2020/07/26 › analysis-of-williamAnalysis of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night – Literary ...

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   Jul 26, 2020 · Twelfth Night is the ninth in a series of comedies Shakespeare wrote during the 1590s that includes The Comedy of Errors, The Taming of the Shrew, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Merchant of Venice, and As You Like It and is a masterful synthesis of them all, unsurpassed in the artistry of its execution. In recognizing the barriers to love it ...

4. www.sparknotes.com › shakespeare › twelfthnightTwelfth Night: Full Play Analysis | SparkNotes

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   Twelfth Night is a play about desire’s power to override conventions of class, religion, and even gender. Several characters begin the play believing they want one thing, only to have love teach them they actually want something else.

5. interestingliterature.com › 2019 › 10A Summary and Analysis of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night

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   Oct 8, 2019 · Nevertheless, let’s try to analyse some of Twelfth Night ’s most salient themes and features. Plot summary of Twelfth Night. Act 1. The play opens with the Duke of Illyria, Orsino, pining away with love for Olivia, a countess whose father died a year ago and whose brother has recently died. Olivia has vowed to shut herself away from society ...

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   Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare is rich with themes and symbols that resonate through its comedic exterior, touching on deeper aspects of human nature and society. Let’s explore some of the major themes and symbols present in the play:

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   Get all the key plot points of William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night on one page. From the creators of SparkNotes.

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   The best study guide to Twelfth Night on the planet, from the creators of SparkNotes. Get the summaries, analysis, and quotes you need.

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   A complete summary of William Shakespeare's Play, Twelfth Night. Find out more about the shipwreck that separates twins Viola and Sebastian and the resulting love story.