Topic Notes

• Why is “The Duchess of Malfi” called a decadent play? Discuss the theme of corruption as reflected in 'The Duchess of Malfi.'  Or, Why is “The Duchess of Malfi” called a decadent play? Or, Write on “The Duchess of Malfi” as a portrait of a[Expand...]
• How has the personality of the Duchess been glorified through her untold sufferings? Discuss it.How has the personality of the Duchess been glorified through her untold sufferings? Discuss it. Or, How far is the Duchess in “The Duchess of Malfi” responsible for her own tragedy? In John Webster's (c.[Expand...]
• Sketch the role of Bosola as a Machiavellian villain in The Duchess of MalfiSketch the role of Bosola as a Machiavellian villain in “The Duchess of Malfi.” Or, Write a note on the role of Bosola in “The Duchess of Malfi”. [NU. 2021, 2018, 2015] The term Machiavellian[Expand...]
• Comment on Webster’s use of imagery in The Duchess of MalfiComment on Webster’s use of imagery in “The Duchess of Malfi.” In John Webster’s (1578-1626) revenge tragedy, “The Duchess of Malfi” (1623), imagery is a powerful tool. It evokes emotions, creates an atmosphere, and enhances[Expand...]
• Describe the wooing scene in “The Duchess of Malfi”. Describe the wooing scene in “The Duchess of Malfi”.  The wooing scene in Webster’s “The Duchess of Malfi” (1613-14) is a bold and clever moment. In this scene, the Duchess, who is a young widow,[Expand...]
• What are the tortures inflicted upon the Duchess during imprisonment? What are the tortures inflicted upon the Duchess during imprisonment?  In John Webster’s (1578-1632) “The Duchess of Malfi,” the Duchess suffers a lot. She faces injustice and inhuman torture at the hands of her selfish[Expand...]
• Write a short note on 'Melodrama'.Write a short note on 'Melodrama'. Or, What melodramatic elements do you find in “The Duchess of Malfi”? [NU. 2018, 2016] A melodrama is a type of play that has strong emotions, shocking events, and[Expand...]
• What was the last piece of advice the Duchess gave to Cariola regarding her children? What was the last piece of advice the Duchess gave to Cariola regarding her children?  In Webster’s (1578 – 1632) “The Duchess of Malfi,” the Duchess gives her last advice to Cariola, who is her[Expand...]
•  Discuss “The Duchess of Malfi” as a revenge tragedy.  Discuss “The Duchess of Malfi” as a revenge tragedy.  A Revenge Tragedy is a type of drama in which the main story is about taking revenge. These plays often show violence, killing, madness, and people[Expand...]